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Pls i have a tsh test today , can i eat before the test? and also i still used my synthroid medication yesterday can i still go in for the test today or i should reschedule ?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Yes/go for it: Normal daily activities (eating) or taking your regular meds does not interfere with this test. There are some tests that could be affected by eating but this is not one of them.

Dr Singh agreed

Answered 7/2/2020

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Agree with Dr. F: Eating and taking your medication are appropriate for this test. Wish you good health!

Answered 7/2/2020

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A member asked:

Pls i have a tsh test today , can i eat before the test? and also i still used my synthroid medication yesterday can i still go in for the test today or i should reschedule ?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr Singh agreed

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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