Is TSH 2.6 high?

Is TSH 2.6 high?

The normal range of TSH levels in adults is between 0.4 to 4.0 mIU/L (milli-international units per liter). Some research suggests that this range should actually be more like 0.45 to 2.5 mIU/L. The TSH range may also vary slightly based on the testing facility where your blood is being analyzed.

What are normal T3 and T4 levels?

These levels are influenced by many factors that affect protein levels in the body, including medications, sex hormones, and liver disease. A normal Total T4 level in adults ranges from 5.0 to 12.0μg/dL. A normal Total T3 level in adults ranges from 80-220 ng/dL.

Which is more important T4 or TSH?

T4 is produced in large quantities by the thyroid. However, TSH is a far superior screening test because small changes in T4 cause large TSH spikes.

What is a normal T3 level?

Normal Results The range for normal values are: Total T3 — 60 to 180 nanograms per deciliter (ng/dL), or 0.9 to 2.8 nanomoles per liter (nmol/L) Free T3 — 130 to 450 picgrams per deciliter (pg/dL), or 2.0 to 7.0 picomoles per liter (pmol/L)

What is a good TSH level for a woman?

The normal range of TSH levels in non-pregnant adult women is 0.5 to 5.0 mIU/L. In women, during the menstruation cycle, pregnancy, or after menopause, TSH levels may fall slightly outside the normal range, because of fluctuating levels of estrogen.

What is the difference between free T3 and T4 and total T3 and T4?

Free T4 travels into body tissues that use T4. Bound T4 attaches to proteins that prevent it from entering these tissues. More than 99\% of T4 is bound. Because T4 is converted into another thyroid hormone called T3 (triiodothyronine), free T4 is the more important hormone to measure.

What is the difference between T3 T4 and TSH?

When the level of thyroid hormones (T3 & T4) drops too low, the pituitary gland produces Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) which stimulates the thyroid gland to produce more hormones. Under the influence of TSH, the thyroid will manufacture and secrete T3 and T4 thereby raising their blood levels.

What does a low TSH level mean on a T3 test?

A normal free T3 level with a low TSH level might indicate subclinical hypothyroidism. A normal free T3 level with an elevated TSH level might indicate subclinical hyperthyroidism. An elevated free T3 test indicates hyperthyroidism and is virtually always accompanied by elevated free T4 and low TSH levels.

What is the normal range for TSH?

TSH stands for Thyroid Stimulating Hormone– a standard blood test will produce a number of how well your thyroid is performing. Normal range for an adult is typically considered to be between .4 and 4.0 (1); however, in my practice I would say ideal is between 0.5 and 1.5.

What does a normal free T3 level mean?

Free T3 levels in the normal range indicate normal thyroid function and is usually accompanied by normal free T4 and normal TSH levels. A normal free T3 level with a low TSH level might indicate subclinical hypothyroidism. A normal free T3 level with an elevated TSH level might indicate subclinical hyperthyroidism.

What does a low free T4 mean on a thyroid test?

In most people, the free T4 test can be combined with the TSH test to assess the overall status of the thyroid gland. Low Results Optimal Results High Results. Reduced free T3 levels are virtually always accompanied by reduced free T4 levels and high TSH levels and indicate hypothyroidism.