Does this patient have a thyroid disorder? If so, what would the most likely diagnosis. What further thyroid tests would you expected to be run on this patient?
Does this patient have a thyroid disorder? If so, what would the most likely diagnosis. What further thyroid tests would you expected to be run on this patient?
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A 45-year-old woman represents to her physician with complaints of fatigue and weakness. Since her last visit one year ago, she is surprised to see that she has gained 20 pounds, since her eating and exercise habits have remained the same. The doctor sends her for blood work, with thyroid results:
TSH- 18.0 (0.35-5.0 ul U/ml)
Total T4- 2.0 (4.0-12.0 ug/DL)
Does this patient have a thyroid disorder? If so, what would the most likely diagnosis. What further thyroid tests would you expected to be run on this patient?
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