Question 168 · LEK · Hypothyroidism
Subclinical hypothyroidism is characterized by:
- A. increase in TSH concentrations with FT4 concentrations within the normal range.
- B. normal TSH concentrations and reduction of FT4 concentrations.
- C. decrease in TSH concentrations and decrease in FT4 concentrations.
- D. increase in TSH concentrations and decrease in FT4 concentrations.
- E. none of the above.
Hint
Subclinical means the peripheral hormone is still normal while the pituitary signal is already abnormal.
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