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84442 Assay of thyroid activity

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: thyroid uptake, radioactive iodine uptake, thyroid function

Assay of thyroid uptake or thyroid hormone uptake, measuring thyroid gland hormone metabolism and function.

Clinical Context

Evaluates thyroid function and ability to utilize iodine; reduced in hypothyroidism, elevated in hyperthyroidism.

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Specialties

EndocrinologyNuclear MedicineClinical Chemistry

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