Can physiological rise in total T3 and T4 levels indicate pregnancy?

Question

Hello doctor,

I recently had my thyroid test done. I am attaching the reports of the same. The note reads that a physiological rise in total T3 and T4 levels are seen in pregnancy and patients on steroids. Does it mean that I am pregnant? I am worried.

Answer 1

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Your thyroid level is upto normal level. The preference range given in the reports is for pregnant female (attachment removed to protect patient identity), not for non-pregnant female. And Thyroid levelnever determines pregnancy.

If you had unprotected intercourse and delayed menses, then you can go for UPT test for confirmation of pregnancy.

Answer 2

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You have mild isolated T4 elevated levels. Kindly follow the following instructions:

1. Repeat thyroid test after three months.

2. Check anti-TPO level.

3. If both levels are elevated, then only required to start medicine, otherwise no need.