TSH

Also known as: Thyrotropin

Formal name: Thyroid-stimulating hormone

Related tests: T4, T3, Thyroid Antibodies

Common Questions

Do doctors test for TSH levels during pregnancy?

1. Do doctors test for TSH levels during pregnancy?

Doctors do not generally test asymptomatic women, but those with symptoms and/or a known thyroid disorder may be tested at intervals recommended by the doctor to detect and evaluate hyper- or hypothyroidism both during pregnancy and after. For more information, see Thyroid Foundation of America: Thyroid Problems During and After Pregnancy - Are You At Risk?

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