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'How to get accurate lab tests when taking thyroid medications'

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A very helpful article from DR. IZABELLA WENTZ, PHARM D

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The paper that Izabella references at the end seems to be available here:

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Looks to be potentially very useful - lots of graphs!

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I tended to switch off when she started with blood tests after 4-6 weeks! Will read more when o have more time as have to be at dentist early.

I was wondering though if anyone on FT3/T4 in any form has ever been asked when they took their last medication? I have never been asked!

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