What Is Hypothyroidism?
9. Diagnosis
Your doctor will need to ask you about your symptoms and medical history. If hypothyroidism is suspected, then tests can be requested to help confirm the condition. Blood samples will typically be requested so they can be sent away for examination. This will usually involve looking for levels of certain hormones.
Experts are likely to look for levels of TSH, or thyroid stimulating hormone, in particular. Not only can this metric help diagnose hypothyroidism, but it can also help diagnose subclinical hypothyroidism. It should be noted that certain medications can skew the results, so you should let your doctor know which medications you are taking before testing.
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