is 5.16 to high?
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is 5.16 to high?
| Wed, 11-17-2004 - 5:59pm |
On my kast test they said my level was 5.16 I think this is high, but when I ask they said its fine. I go to the health department though and think they have the old standards. I m feelng more tired than ever and have problems even feeling like moving, I am so tired all the time. What should my levels be?thanks for all the help
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| Wed, 11-17-2004 - 6:14pm |
Hi and welcome - a healthy thyroid with no thyroid condition at all comes in with a TSH level of between 1.0 and 2.0. When you have a blood test because you suspect you're hypothyroid, the new lab range is between .3 and 3.0. But most doctors and labs haven't adopted the new range. So your reading of 5.16 *is* normal based on the old range. Your best bet is to either discuss the new range with your current doctor - I'll post the article for you - or try a new doctor. Sometimes it takes a few tries to get a good doctor that knows about the new range and is willing to diagnose and treat you. Hope this helps! Cathy :)

