Create account Log in
Thyroid Disease Info
Share your experiences Share
CyberpoliThyroid DiseaseFrequently asked questionsHypothyroidismHow is hypothyroidism diagnosed?

Frequently asked question: How is hypothyroidism diagnosed?

Problems with your thyroid gland can be diagnosed using blood tests. Tests are then done to see how much free T4 and TSH are present in your blood. If there is a problem with the thyroid gland itself, the free T4 will be too low and the TSH will be too high. If the problem is not the thyroid gland but instead the hypothalamus or the pituitary, for example, then the free T4 will be too low and the TSH will be too low, normal or just slightly increased.
If a problem with the hypothalamus or the pituitary is suspected, then measuring the levels of other hormones (such as cortisol and IGF-1) and a TRH test (to test the function of the pituitary gland) can provide more clarity.

Also interesting

How is Graves' disease diagnosed?

If you have symptoms that seem to point to a thyroid gland that is working too quickly, tests can be performed. A blood …

How is Hashimoto's thyroiditis diagnosed?

Blood tests are run to determine if your thyroid gland is working too slowly. Tests are then done to see how much free T…

How is a thyroid nodule diagnosed as either benign or malignant?

If you feel a nodule in your thyroid gland, further examination is necessary. Blood samples will be taken to test thyroi…

What is congenital hypothyroidism (CH)?
What is a radioactive uptake test?
How is the thyroid gland controlled?
If benign thyroid nodules are caused by toxic multinodular goiter, what does that mean?
Can you be born with a thyroid gland enlargement?
What are the reasons the thyroid gland does not always work as it should?
How can Hashitoxicosis be treated?

Relevant medical information

No answer for your question?

Ask your question about Thyroid Disease to an expert

Hypothyroidism

How can CH be treated?
How is CH diagnosed?
How is Hashimoto's thyroiditis diagnosed?
How is Hashimoto's thyroiditis treated?
How is hypothyroidism diagnosed?
What are the possible causes of hypothyroidism that starts during childhood or adolescence?
What are the symptoms associated with Hashimoto's thyroiditis?
What is congenital hypothyroidism (CH)?
What is Hashimoto's thyroiditis?
What is hypothyroidism?
What symptoms do newborns with CH have?
What symptoms or complaints can a child with hypothyroidism have?

Other subjects

A Nodule in the Thyroid Gland

Abnormalities of the Thyroid Gland

Diagnosing Thyroid Disorders

Enlarged Thyroid Gland (Goiter)

Hyperthyroidism

Hypothyroidism

Thyroid Gland

Thyroid Hormone

Information

About the Cyberpoli
Why the Cyberpoli
For who?
Privacy
Conditions
Game rules
Disclaimer

Contact

Artsen voor Kinderen
Postbox 75751
1070 AT Amsterdam
info@artsenvoorkinderen.nl