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Hi, my tsh levels are 1.3 my doc says this is normal , they wont do ft3 and ft4. i am showing all signs of thyroid disease, it runs in family too.

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Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

You are correct: If your doctor won't order the appropriate T3 (liothyronine) and T4, consider changing your doctor, particularly with your family history and possibly related symptoms.

Answered 2/12/2015

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A member asked:

Hi, my tsh levels are 1.3 my doc says this is normal , they wont do ft3 and ft4. i am showing all signs of thyroid disease, it runs in family too.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

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