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Thyroid Function Tests (TFTs) are crucial for diagnosing thyroid disorders such as hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism by measuring hormone levels including TSH, T4, and T3. The results guide treatment options like hormone replacement therapy or antithyroid drugs. Regular monitoring of thyroid function is essential for effective management and long-term health.

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Thyroid Function Tests (TFTs) are crucial for diagnosing thyroid disorders such as hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism by measuring hormone levels including TSH, T4, and T3. The results guide treatment options like hormone replacement therapy or antithyroid drugs. Regular monitoring of thyroid function is essential for effective management and long-term health.

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Thyroid Function Tests (TFTs)

• Understanding Thyroid Hormones and


Diagnostic Tests

• Presented by: [Your Name]


• Date: [Your Date]
Introduction
• • Thyroid gland regulates metabolism through
hormone production.
• • Thyroid Function Tests (TFTs) help diagnose
thyroid disorders.
• • Common conditions: Hypothyroidism,
hyperthyroidism.
Thyroid Hormones
• • **Thyroxine (T4):** Primary hormone
produced by thyroid.
• • **Triiodothyronine (T3):** More active
form, derived from T4.
• • **Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH):**
Regulates T3/T4 production.
Thyroid Function Tests (TFTs)
• • **TSH Test:** Measures thyroid-stimulating
hormone levels.
• • **Free T4 (FT4):** Measures unbound
thyroxine levels.
• • **Free T3 (FT3):** Measures unbound
triiodothyronine levels.
• • **Total T4 & T3:** Measures both bound
and unbound hormone levels.
Additional Thyroid Tests
• • **Thyroid Antibody Tests:** Detect
autoimmune thyroid disease (TPO, TgAb,
TRAb).
• • **Thyroid Uptake & Scan:** Assesses iodine
uptake for nodules and hyperthyroidism.
• • **Thyroglobulin Test:** Used in thyroid
cancer monitoring.
Interpretation of Results
• • **High TSH, Low T4/T3 → Hypothyroidism**
(e.g., Hashimoto's thyroiditis).
• • **Low TSH, High T4/T3 →
Hyperthyroidism** (e.g., Graves' disease).
• • **Normal TSH, Low FT4 → Subclinical
hypothyroidism.**
Clinical Applications
• • **Hypothyroidism Diagnosis &
Monitoring.**
• • **Hyperthyroidism Diagnosis & Treatment
Response.**
• • **Screening in Pregnancy & Newborns.**
Factors Affecting TFTs
• • Medications (e.g., steroids, lithium,
amiodarone).
• • Illness or fasting state.
• • Laboratory variations and reference ranges.
Management Based on TFTs
• • **Hypothyroidism:** Levothyroxine
replacement therapy.
• • **Hyperthyroidism:** Antithyroid drugs,
radioactive iodine, surgery.
• • **Subclinical Cases:** Regular monitoring
and risk assessment.
Summary & Conclusion
• • TFTs are essential for diagnosing thyroid
disorders.
• • Proper interpretation guides treatment and
management.
• • Regular monitoring is key for long-term
health.
References
• • Sources: American Thyroid Association,
Endocrine Society, Medical Journals.

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