Thyroid Testing Question

[Meredith]

I'm having my thyroid tested sometime next week, and I seem to recall reading here that there are certain levels to make sure one is tested for when having the thyroid tested - something that not all HCPs test for. I googled and found a loooong list of various thyroid screenings that are done, and I have no idea how where to go from there. I want to make sure I get a full screening when I go. What exactly is it that I need to ask for?

Also, we're going to be testing for blood sugar problems as well (the NP mentioned doing a full metabolic panel), so I'll be fasting before I go. That won't affect the results of a thyroid screen, will it?

[tata]

I would request a TSH, free T4s and free T3s. If any of these tests are abnormal, you should also get the thyroglobulin antibodies test.

Good luck and please update when you can :)

[Laurens_Mom]

TSH, Free T3 & Free T4. Good luck!

[Meredith]

Thank you! I'm calling tomorrow to schedule the test, so I'll make sure that's all included. I'll update when I get the results.

[JudyJudyJudy]

Meredith, I hope things go well for you.

Have you ever tried going gluten-free?

[tata]

Judy, do you think that would be beneficial to hypothyroidism in general? What about Hashimoto's?

[JudyJudyJudy]

Tata, based on what I've read, there seems to be a connection between gluten and autoimmune disease, including Hashimoto's.

[tata]

No kidding. Dammit! I heart gluten. Can't hurt to maybe try, though.

[Meredith]

We've been transitioning to gluten free for Jett, and I'd considered it for all of us (except for DH, he won't go for it), but I'll definitely look into it. Thanks!