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Tsh 1.160 (0.091 in 9/2022) t4 9.7, t3 uptake 21, free t3 3.6, free thyroxine index 2.0, np wants to start on low dose levothyroxine due to low t3 uptake, even though others levels wnl. should i start taking it or not? 31, female, fatigue, wt gain?
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This site is for general medical information. Thyroid function test are best evaluated by an internal medicine, physician or endocrinologist we cannot give advice about whether or not to take medication on this site.
Answered 5/14/2023
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You do not take thyroid supplement if your TSH and T4 are normal. T3 uptake is an obsolete test and it should not be done at all. Your NP should be educated by her supervised physician. If your NP works independently, you better find an alternative. Take care.
Answered 5/14/2023
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