| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3805304 | Medicine | 2009 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Hypothyroidism is a common clinical syndrome that results from deficiency of the thyroid hormones thyroxine (T4) and tri-iodothyronine (T3). The diagnosis must be confirmed by biochemical testing. Primary hypothyroidism is indicated by a rise in serum thyrotrophin (TSH). Hypothyroidism is readily treated by T4 replacement, the aims of treatment being relief of symptoms and restoration of serum TSH to the reference range.
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Authors
Jayne A. Franklyn,