Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism - Diagnosis

Patients are required to undergo blood tests to measure Thyroxine (T4) and Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) levels. Blood tests with high TSH levels but low T4 levels are indications of hypothyroidism.

This diagram illustrates how the thyroid receptor antibody (TRAb) stimulates the thyroid, causing the overproduction of thyroid hormone (T4)

Endocrinology,

Levothyroxine Sodium

Article contributed by Endocrinology, Singapore General Hospital

The information provided is not intended as medical advice. Terms of use. Information provided by SingHealth

Dr Chng Chiaw Ling

Senior Consultant

MBBS, MRCP(UK), FAMS

Clinical Interests: Thyroid, General Endocrinology

Dr Adoree Lim Yi Ying

Senior Consultant

MBBS, MRCP(UK)

Clinical Interests: General Endocrinology, Thyroid Disease, Thyroid Cancer

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