The Daily PANCE PANRE Question 15

Which of the following thyroid profiles is most compatible with a diagnosis of primary hypothyroidism? A a low TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) level and a high T4 B a low TSH level and a normal T4 C a low TSH level and a low T4 D a high TSH level and a low T4 E a high TSH and a high T4 Answer: D Low T4 is diagnostic for low thyroid function. If the pituitary is normal (as in primary thyroid disease) the TSH should be high as the pituitary tries to stimulate the failing thyroid gland. Note: * This is part of the Daily PANCE and PANRE in your inbox email series: 60 days of PANCE and PANRE Questions and Answers delivered directly to your inbox. It is a great and fun way to learn! If you haven't already, you can sign up for FREE by clicking Here. The Daily PANCE PANRE Question 15 Which of the following thyroid profiles is most compatible with a diagnosis of primary hypothyroidism? a low TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) level and a high T4 a low TSH level and a normal T4 a low TSH level and a low T4 a high TSH level and a low T4 a high TSH and a high T4 Answer: D High TSH level and a low T4 Low T4 is diagnostic for low thyroid function. If the pituitary is normal (as in primary thyroid disease) the TSH should be high as the pituitary tries to stimulate the failing thyroid gland. Know Your Content Blueprint Diseases of the thyroid are covered inNCCPA Content Blueprint Endocrinology System (6%) 16-year-old with ADHD presents with chest pain and exophthalmos Whats the diagnosis? Click here Note: * This is part of the Daily PANCE and PANRE in your inbox email series: 60 days of PANCE and PANRE Questions and Answers delivered directly to your inbox. It is a great and fun way to learn! If you haven't already, you can sign up for FREE by clicking Here.