Low FT3,normal FT4 and normal TSH

[sandy0908]

on 8th july,2008 test results:
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serum FT3 =4.45 pmol/l
serum FT4 =11.4 pmol/l
TSH          =10.96 μIU/ml


Endocronlogist suggested 50 mg ThyroX tablets per day
After this.............

on 8th Sept,2008 test results:
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serum FT3 =3.64  pmol/l
serum FT4 =11.79 pmol/l
TSH          =4.96   μIU/ml

Please suggest any change in dose ?and effect of low FT3?

[Mark Lupo, M.D.]

You are on the right track, but need more medication -- usually would increase to 75mcg of levothyroxine.  Target TSH is 0.5-2.5.

[Albi788]

A related discussion, Do I have thyroid problem was started.

[Super_sally888]

Hi,

Target TSH should be 1 - 2.
FT3 and FT4 would be somewhere at least mid-range, while TSH should not be below range (usually in range of 1 - 2).  Should also be fine tuned based on how you feel

Hope this helps.

[sandy0908]

Whats the target FT3 for me and Will this disorder can be permanently cured?
my age is 27/female,people say if diagnosed early it can be cured.

[Chattie]

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