I’ve been struggling again with all my hypothyroidism digestive symptoms since Christmas and doctor reluctantly but went with full blood tests .
my tsh is 1
T4 and t3 levels all normal.
All antibody levels low bottom of range.
Dr wants to see me next week for
High Platelet count of 500 range 150-400
Anyone know what this is and is it thyroid related. ?
Also if antibodies range are all low then does this mean I don’t have autoimmune disease?
please add actual results and ranges of Ft4 and Ft3
Was test done early morning, ideally before 9am, only drinking water between waking and test ……and essentially last dose Levo 24 hours before test
Metformin frequently lowers TSH - so ignore TSH….look at Ft4 and Ft3 results
Looking for both to be at least 50-60% through range
How much Levo are you taking
Do you always get same brand at each prescription
What vitamin supplements are you taking
ESSENTIAL to test vitamin D, folate, B12 and ferritin at least once a year
Low B12 highly likely on Metformin. GP should be testing vitamin levels.
Ft4 is 14 and ft3 is 4.6. I got a phone call from the receptionist saying no action is needed relating to thyroid as every test that they can do has been done and I was lucky that I got my test 3 month earlier than it’s due. Will be talking to the gp. Looks like private test will need to be done.
We need ranges with those but they are probably low in range. Private tests is a good idea.
Please add ranges (figures in brackets after each result) so you can then work out percentage through range here
For example
If ranges are the most common of 12-22 for Ft4 the results show dose is too low
Free T4 (fT4) 14 pmol/L (12 - 22)
Ft4 only 20.0% through range
Free T3 (fT3) 4.6 pmol/L (3.1 - 6.8)
Ft3 40.5%
Ft4 = Levo dose
Testing with last dose 24 hours before test, aiming for Ft4 at least 60% through range
How much levothyroxine are you taking
How much do you weigh in kilo
I weigh 80 kg and on 125 mcg . Not got ranges now on app. It’s blocked me from it .
You are legally entitled to printed copies of your blood test results and ranges.
The best way to get access to current and historic blood test results is to register for online access to your medical record and blood test results
UK GP practices are supposed to offer everyone online access for blood test results. Easiest option is NHS app, you may need "enhanced access" to see blood results.
If you can’t currently see test results or ranges online, ring receptionist and request printed copies of results. Allow couple of days and then go and pick up.
Thank you. Will get one printed
RESULTS: LOW T4, NORMAL T3?
Thyroid Results
Monitor My Health Results
Self help or visit GP
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