48. How To Test For Hypothyroidism

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Summary

In this episode, Lori Aikman discusses how to test for hypothyroidism and what lab tests to ask for. She explains the importance of understanding your body and hormones to feel good again. The main lab tests discussed include TSH, T4, T3, reverse T3, and thyroid antibodies. Lori also provides insights on how certain factors, such as biotin, estrogen levels, and timing of medication, can affect thyroid test results. The next episode will cover hypothyroidism treatment options.

Keywords

hypothyroidism, lab tests, TSH, T4, T3, reverse T3, thyroid antibodies, biotin, estrogen levels, medication timing, treatment options

Time Stamps:

0:00 Introduction

3:28 TSH

7:31 T4

12:54 T3

16:03 Reverse T3

19:33 Free T3 : Reverse T3

20:02 Free T3 : Free T4

22:04 Thyroid Antibodies