Hyperthyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland produces excessive amounts of thyroid hormones, leading to symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, weight loss, anxiety, and heat intolerance. It is caused by autoimmune disorders like Graves disease, toxic nodular goiter, or excessive iodine intake that overstimulates thyroid hormone production. The Thyroid Profile with TSH is the most important test for diagnosis because it measures multiple thyroid markers including TSH, total T4, T3 uptake, and calculates the Free T4 Index in one comprehensive panel.
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Hyperthyroidism is caused by conditions that overstimulate the thyroid gland to produce excessive amounts of thyroid hormones. The most common cause is Graves disease, an autoimmune disorder where thyroid-stimulating immunoglobulins (TSI) bind to thyroid cells and trigger excessive hormone production. Other causes include toxic nodular goiter, where thyroid nodules autonomously produce hormones, thyroiditis that releases stored hormones into the bloodstream, and excessive iodine intake from medications or supplements. Rarely, pituitary tumors that secrete excessive thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) can also cause hyperthyroidism.
The Thyroid Profile with TSH is the most important test for hyperthyroidism because it measures multiple thyroid markers in one comprehensive panel, including TSH, total T4, T3 uptake, and the calculated Free T4 Index. In hyperthyroidism, you will typically see a low TSH level combined with elevated thyroid hormones. The Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) test alone is usually the first screening test ordered, as TSH levels drop when thyroid hormones are elevated. To confirm the diagnosis, Free T4 and Free T3 tests measure the active forms of thyroid hormones that are elevated in hyperthyroidism. If Graves disease is suspected, the Thyroid-Stimulating Immunoglobulin (TSI) test is essential because it detects the specific antibodies that cause this autoimmune form of hyperthyroidism.
You should get tested if you experience unexplained weight loss despite increased appetite, rapid or irregular heartbeat, excessive sweating or heat intolerance, trembling hands, anxiety or irritability, difficulty sleeping, or frequent bowel movements. Women should also get tested if they notice changes in menstrual periods or have difficulty getting pregnant. Testing is especially important if you have a family history of thyroid disease, have been diagnosed with other autoimmune conditions, or recently had a baby and are experiencing postpartum symptoms. Early testing allows for prompt treatment to prevent complications like heart problems, bone loss, or thyroid storm.
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