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What does it mean when you have a low t4 reading?

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Dr. David Geffner answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Possible hypthyroid: Or low tbg. Ask you doctor what your TSH is if the test was done for possible hypothyroidism. A normal TSH and low T4 may mean nothing. Find a thyroidologist through the american thyroid association.

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Answered 1/15/2015

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