Question 157 · LEK · Hyperthyroidism
Subclinical hyperthyroidism is characterized by:
- A. increased TSH level, increased fT3 and fT4 levels.
- B. increased TSH level, fT3 and fT4 levels do not exceed the upper limit of the range.
- C. decreased TSH level, increased fT3 and fT4 levels.
- D. decreased TSH level, fT3 and fT4 levels do not exceed the upper limit of the range.
- E. normal TSH level, increased fT3 and fT4 levels.
Hint
In subclinical thyroid disorders only the pituitary hormone is outside the reference range.
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