When having labs done for thyroid does an illness affect the results?

[guysgrams]

I had my thyroid panel done last week and am wondering if being sick alters the readings in any way.

[MiniMum97]

My GP has told me if you have an infection you can get a temporarily raised TSH.

[guysgrams in reply to MiniMum97]

thanks

[magsyh]

when i had a tooth infection my t4 and ft3 dropped for quite a while my tsh didnt change. Its quite normal its ur bodys way of conserving energy while you get better. Its natures way of slowing you down x

[guysgrams in reply to magsyh]

I was wondering and will make sure to let the doctor know this and maybe have the tests done again when I am better. Thank you