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Hyperthyroidism in Graves disease. Current trends in management and diagnosis
Archives of Internal Medicine
|June 1, 1976
Summary
Radioimmunoassay for triiodothyronine (T3) effectively diagnoses hyperthyroidism and aids management when T4 levels are atypical. A new test measuring TSH response to TRH shows promise for diagnosing thyroid autonomy.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Diagnostic Medicine
- Nuclear Medicine
Background:
- Radioimmunoassay for triiodothyronine (T3) is a valuable diagnostic tool for hyperthyroidism.
- It is crucial for managing hyperthyroidism with persistent normal T4 or low T4 in euthyroid states, offering a more accurate metabolic reflection than T4 alone.