Interpretation of Plasma Proteins and Lipid Profile
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What is the recommended time to wait after a change in thyroid hormone replacement before repeating blood tests?

  • 2 months (correct)
  • 1 month
  • 2 weeks
  • 1 week

    • What is the primary purpose of measuring TSH levels in thyroid function tests?

  • To diagnose primary hypothyroidism (correct)
  • To monitor biotin therapy
  • To detect thyroid hormone replacement
  • To diagnose hyperthyroidism

    • What is the significance of a low TSH level in thyroid function tests?

  • Pituitary gland abnormality
  • Hyperthyroidism (correct)
  • Thyroid hormone replacement
  • Primary hypothyroidism

    • Why is it necessary to wait at least 8 hours after the last dose of high-dose biotin therapy before collecting a blood sample?

    <p>To avoid interference with thyroid function tests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a rare cause of increased TSH concentrations?

    <p>Pituitary gland tumor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following thyroid function tests is usually ordered together with TSH?

    <p>T4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of a high TSH level in thyroid function tests?

    <p>Primary hypothyroidism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for an overactive thyroid gland producing too much thyroid hormone?

    <p>Hyperthyroidism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for an underactive thyroid gland producing too little thyroid hormone?

    <p>Hypothyroidism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of thyroid function tests?

    <p>To diagnose thyroid disorders</p> Signup and view all the answers

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