A strategy for the diagnosis of thyroid function
Summary
The characteristics of thyroid function tests are analysed. The author stress the importance of the right strategy for investigating thyroid function in the view of expenses, labor and time consuming tests. The guidelines of American Thyroid Association for use of laboratory tests are presented. Finally there is published another investigating protocol, which can be applied for our domestic situations.
Prognia summarises this guideline for reference and education. It is not medical advice. Always check the official guideline and current local protocols before acting on it.
Study materials
At a glance
- Published
- 1992
- Region
- Hungary
- Language
- English
- Added to Prognia
- 25 July 2026
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