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how can I get an rT3 test

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I am hitting a brick wall at my GP's with getting a test referral. They've not even heard of rT3...can anyone offer any advice.

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Marz

From reading this Forum you will see that rT3 testing has little benefit. Scroll down and down this page to RELATED POSTS where you will find 10 more posts similar to yours. Hopefully some helpful information ...

Have you had B12 - Folate - Ferritin - VitD tested ? Do you have Hashimotos ?

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helvellaAdministratorThyroid UK

Why do you think you want or need a Reverse T3 test?

Some of the reasons people have had it, or recommend it, are based on ideas which have been superseded by advances in scientific understanding.

In the UK, it is pretty much only available through private providers and the blood samples are sent to the USA.

It is also expensive.

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