Thyroid abnormal labs what does it mean?!
Question:
Thyroid abnormal labs what does it mean?
I have Thyroglobulin 201 (normal 0-74) and TSH 0.007 , normal t3 and t 4 endo doctor says it is just stress , my family dr says it's hyperthyroidism and need treat. Anyone here knows more about that? I am confused!
Answers:
Most people with low TSH have hyperthyroidism but along with that your T3 and T4 levels should be high, T3 & T4 free values may be a better indicator.
Rarely there is a problem with the pituitary gland, TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) is produced by the pituitary. This can cause hypothyroidism, but you would also have low T3 and T4 values.
Did I add to the confusion? I would look at your symptoms, ask your doctor if an MRI of your pituitary is needed. I think the pituitary may be the problem, whether stress is the cause or not.
http://www.labtestsonline.org/understand...
Small amounts of thyroglobulin are normal in patients with normal thyroid function. Patients with an enlarged thyroid gland (goiter), thyroiditis (inflamed thyroid), or hyperthyroidism may have elevated thyroglobulin levels, although the test is not routinely ordered with these conditions.
I am not a doctor an my opinions should not be taken as gospel. I had my thyroid removed after cancer and my knowledge is limited.