Re: Low T3 only

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Welcome! What is considered "normal", doesn't apply here. Post your labs results with ranges and you'll get some feedback. S

To: "RT3_T3 " <RT3_T3 >Sent: Thu, April 22, 2010 5:32:34 PMSubject: Low T3 only

Hi guys! I'm new and it's quite possible that I don't belong here but I'm having a really hard time finding help and info for my situation. I have almost every thyroid symptom in the book, but I didn't realize it. I have had my TSH tested few times but it was always normal. After my hair started falling out again I decided to order lab tests myself based on what I was reading about hair loss. Well, my TSH is normal, my T4 is normal and my T3 is low; all according to the lab ranges. All the thyroid forums and websites only seem to address this issue as a result of hypothyroid meds. I'm not on any meds. Anyone else have this combo of lab results? I have an appointment for Tuesday, but I'm not too hopeful. Thank you for taking the time to read this!Female, 32Sent from my iPhone

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Welcome! What is considered "normal", doesn't apply here. Post your labs results with ranges and you'll get some feedback. S

To: "RT3_T3 " <RT3_T3 >Sent: Thu, April 22, 2010 5:32:34 PMSubject: Low T3 only

Hi guys! I'm new and it's quite possible that I don't belong here but I'm having a really hard time finding help and info for my situation. I have almost every thyroid symptom in the book, but I didn't realize it. I have had my TSH tested few times but it was always normal. After my hair started falling out again I decided to order lab tests myself based on what I was reading about hair loss. Well, my TSH is normal, my T4 is normal and my T3 is low; all according to the lab ranges. All the thyroid forums and websites only seem to address this issue as a result of hypothyroid meds. I'm not on any meds. Anyone else have this combo of lab results? I have an appointment for Tuesday, but I'm not too hopeful. Thank you for taking the time to read this!Female, 32Sent from my iPhone

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Thyroid Panel With TSHDate Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AMTest DescriptionResult Range Units Thyroxine (T4)0011497.2 4.5-12.0 ug/dL T3 Uptake00115635 24-39 % Free Thyroxine Index0011642.5 1.2-4.9 Magnesium, SerumDate Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AMTest DescriptionResult Range Units Magnesium, Serum0015371.8 1.6-2.6 mg/dL Vitamin D, 25-HydroxyDate Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AMTest DescriptionResult Range Units Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy08195279.7 32.0-100.0 ng/mL Recent studies consider the lower limit of 32.0 ng/mL to be athreshold for optimal health.Hollis BW. J Nutr. 2005 Feb;135(2):317-22.C-Reactive Protein, CardiacDate Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AMTest DescriptionResult Range Units C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac1207680.64 0.00-3.00 mg/L Relative Risk for Future Cardiovascular EventLow <1.00Average 1.00 - 3.00High >3.00TSH+TestT+T4F+DHEA-S+Prog+E...Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AMTest DescriptionResult Range Units Testosterone, Serum00422715 6-82 ng/dL TSH0042642.33 0.450-4.500 uIU/mL Progesterone0043178.3 ng/mL Follicular phase 0.2 - 1.5Luteal phase 1.7 - 27.0Ovulation phase 0.8 - 3.0Postmenopausal 0.1 - 0.8Estradiol004519134.9 pg/mL Adult Female:Follicular phase 12.5 - 166.0Ovulation phase 85.8 - 498.0Luteal phase 43.8 - 211.0Postmenopausal <6.0 - 54.7Pregnancy1st trimester 215.0 - >4300.0Girls (1-10 years) 6.0 - 27.0Roche ECLIA methodologyDHEA-Sulfate004699170 98.8-340.0 ug/dL Triiodothyronine,Free,Serum0103891.7 2.0-4.4 pg/mL T4,Free(Direct)0197451.14 0.82-1.77 ng/dL % Free Testosterone0807701.93 0.50-2.80 % Testosterone,Free0807960.29 0.10-0.85 ng/dL CMP14+LP+5AC+CBC/D/PltDate Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AMTest DescriptionResult Range Units Calcium, Serum0010168.9 8.7-10.2 mg/dL Phosphorus, Serum0010243.6 2.5-4.5 mg/dL Glucose, Serum00103284 65-99 mg/dL BUN00104018 5-26 mg/dL Uric Acid, Serum0010573.4 2.4-8.2 mg/dL Cholesterol, Total001065253 100-199 mg/dL Protein, Total, Serum0010737 6.0-8.5 g/dL Albumin, Serum0010814.2 3.5-5.5 g/dL Bilirubin, Total0010990.6 0.1-1.2 mg/dL **Effective April 26, 2010, Bilirubin, Total,**reference interval will be changing to: mg/dLNewborns, term and near term:24 hours old: 0.0 - 8.048 hours old: 0.0 - 13.272 hours old: 0.0 - 15.696 hours to 1 month old: 0.0 - 16.6Children 1 month and older andAdults: 0.0 - 1.2.*Panic value will be changed such that results*>17.0 mg/dL will be called as panics.Alkaline Phosphatase, S00110740 25-150 IU/L LDH001115108 100-250 IU/L AST (SGOT)00112314 0-40 IU/L Triglycerides00117263 0-149 mg/dL Potassium, Serum0011803.8 3.5-5.2 mmol/L Sodium, Serum001198136 135-145 mmol/L Chloride, Serum001206104 97-108 mmol/L Iron, Serum00133989 35-155 ug/dL Creatinine, Serum0013700.72 0.57-1.00 mg/dL ALT (SGPT)0015458 0-40 IU/L Carbon Dioxide, Total00157820 20-32 mmol/L GGT0019589 0-60 IU/L WBC0050255 4.0-10.5 x10E3/uL RBC0050334.44 3.80-5.10 x10E6/uL Hemoglobin00504113 11.5-15.0 g/dL Hematocrit00505838.7 34.0-44.0 % BUN/Creatinine Ratio01157725 8-27 HDL Cholesterol01181766 >39 mg/dL According to ATP-III Guidelines, HDL-C >59 mg/dL is considered anegative risk factor for CHD.LDL/HDL Ratio0118492.6 0.0-3.2 ratio units Estimated CHD Risk0118580.7 0.0-1.0 times avg. T. Chol/HDL RatioMen Women1/2 Avg.Risk 3.4 3.3Avg.Risk 5.0 4.42X Avg.Risk 9.6 7.13X Avg.Risk 23.4 11.0.The CHD Risk is based on the T. Chol/HDL ratio. Otherfactors affect CHD Risk such as hypertension, smoking,diabetes, severe obesity, and family history of pre-mature CHD.VLDL Cholesterol Cal01191613 5-40 mg/dL Globulin, Total0120392.8 1.5-4.5 g/dL A/G Ratio0120471.5 1.1-2.5 LDL Cholesterol Calc012054174 0-99 mg/dL MCV01506587 80-98 fL MCH01507329.3 27.0-34.0 pg MCHC01508133.6 32.0-36.0 g/dL Neutrophils01510758 40-74 % Immature Granulocytes0151080 0-1 % **Please note reference interval change**The Neonatal reference interval did not change.Lymphs01512329 14-46 % Monocytes01513110 4-13 % Eos0151492 0-7 % Basos0151561 0-3 % Platelets015172271 140-415 x10E3/uL Hematology Comments:015180 Neutrophils (Absolute)0159092.9 1.8-7.8 x10E3/uL Immature Grans (Abs)0159110 0.0-0.1 x10E3/uL **Please note reference interval change**The Neonatal reference interval did not change.Lymphs (Absolute)0159171.4 0.7-4.5 x10E3/uL Monocytes(Absolute)0159250.5 0.1-1.0 x10E3/uL Eos (Absolute)0159330.1 0.0-0.4 x10E3/uL Baso (Absolute)0159410 0.0-0.2 x10E3/uL NRBC015945 T. Chol/HDL Ratio1000653.8 0.0-4.4 ratio units eGFR100784>59 >59 mL/min/1.73 eGFR AfricanAmerican100786>59 >59 mL/min/1.73 Note: Persistent reduction for 3 months or more in an eGFR<60 mL/min/1.73 m2 defines CKD. Patients with eGFR values>/=60 mL/min/1.73 m2 may also have CKD if evidence of persistentproteinuria is present. Additional information may be found atwww.kdoqi.org.RDW10500713.3 11.7-15.0 % Immature Cells115398 Homocyst(e)ine, PlasmaDate Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AMTest DescriptionResult Range Units Homocyst(e)ine, Plasma7070094.6 0.0-15.0 umol/L Sent from my iPhone

Welcome! What is considered "normal", doesn't apply here. Post your labs results with ranges and you'll get some feedback. S

From: Duff <shannonmariaduffgmail>To: "RT3_T3 " <RT3_T3 >Sent: Thu, April 22, 2010 5:32:34 PMSubject: Low T3 only

Hi guys! I'm new and it's quite possible that I don't belong here but I'm having a really hard time finding help and info for my situation. I have almost every thyroid symptom in the book, but I didn't realize it. I have had my TSH tested few times but it was always normal. After my hair started falling out again I decided to order lab tests myself based on what I was reading about hair loss. Well, my TSH is normal, my T4 is normal and my T3 is low; all according to the lab ranges. All the thyroid forums and websites only seem to address this issue as a result of hypothyroid meds. I'm not on any meds. Anyone else have this combo of lab results? I have an appointment for Tuesday, but I'm not too hopeful. Thank you for taking the time to read this!Female, 32Sent from my iPhone

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Thyroid Panel With TSHDate Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AMTest DescriptionResult Range Units Thyroxine (T4)0011497.2 4.5-12.0 ug/dL T3 Uptake00115635 24-39 % Free Thyroxine Index0011642.5 1.2-4.9 Magnesium, SerumDate Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AMTest DescriptionResult Range Units Magnesium, Serum0015371.8 1.6-2.6 mg/dL Vitamin D, 25-HydroxyDate Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AMTest DescriptionResult Range Units Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy08195279.7 32.0-100.0 ng/mL Recent studies consider the lower limit of 32.0 ng/mL to be athreshold for optimal health.Hollis BW. J Nutr. 2005 Feb;135(2):317-22.C-Reactive Protein, CardiacDate Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AMTest DescriptionResult Range Units C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac1207680.64 0.00-3.00 mg/L Relative Risk for Future Cardiovascular EventLow <1.00Average 1.00 - 3.00High >3.00TSH+TestT+T4F+DHEA-S+Prog+E...Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AMTest DescriptionResult Range Units Testosterone, Serum00422715 6-82 ng/dL TSH0042642.33 0.450-4.500 uIU/mL Progesterone0043178.3 ng/mL Follicular phase 0.2 - 1.5Luteal phase 1.7 - 27.0Ovulation phase 0.8 - 3.0Postmenopausal 0.1 - 0.8Estradiol004519134.9 pg/mL Adult Female:Follicular phase 12.5 - 166.0Ovulation phase 85.8 - 498.0Luteal phase 43.8 - 211.0Postmenopausal <6.0 - 54.7Pregnancy1st trimester 215.0 - >4300.0Girls (1-10 years) 6.0 - 27.0Roche ECLIA methodologyDHEA-Sulfate004699170 98.8-340.0 ug/dL Triiodothyronine,Free,Serum0103891.7 2.0-4.4 pg/mL T4,Free(Direct)0197451.14 0.82-1.77 ng/dL % Free Testosterone0807701.93 0.50-2.80 % Testosterone,Free0807960.29 0.10-0.85 ng/dL CMP14+LP+5AC+CBC/D/PltDate Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AMTest DescriptionResult Range Units Calcium, Serum0010168.9 8.7-10.2 mg/dL Phosphorus, Serum0010243.6 2.5-4.5 mg/dL Glucose, Serum00103284 65-99 mg/dL BUN00104018 5-26 mg/dL Uric Acid, Serum0010573.4 2.4-8.2 mg/dL Cholesterol, Total001065253 100-199 mg/dL Protein, Total, Serum0010737 6.0-8.5 g/dL Albumin, Serum0010814.2 3.5-5.5 g/dL Bilirubin, Total0010990.6 0.1-1.2 mg/dL **Effective April 26, 2010, Bilirubin, Total,**reference interval will be changing to: mg/dLNewborns, term and near term:24 hours old: 0.0 - 8.048 hours old: 0.0 - 13.272 hours old: 0.0 - 15.696 hours to 1 month old: 0.0 - 16.6Children 1 month and older andAdults: 0.0 - 1.2.*Panic value will be changed such that results*>17.0 mg/dL will be called as panics.Alkaline Phosphatase, S00110740 25-150 IU/L LDH001115108 100-250 IU/L AST (SGOT)00112314 0-40 IU/L Triglycerides00117263 0-149 mg/dL Potassium, Serum0011803.8 3.5-5.2 mmol/L Sodium, Serum001198136 135-145 mmol/L Chloride, Serum001206104 97-108 mmol/L Iron, Serum00133989 35-155 ug/dL Creatinine, Serum0013700.72 0.57-1.00 mg/dL ALT (SGPT)0015458 0-40 IU/L Carbon Dioxide, Total00157820 20-32 mmol/L GGT0019589 0-60 IU/L WBC0050255 4.0-10.5 x10E3/uL RBC0050334.44 3.80-5.10 x10E6/uL Hemoglobin00504113 11.5-15.0 g/dL Hematocrit00505838.7 34.0-44.0 % BUN/Creatinine Ratio01157725 8-27 HDL Cholesterol01181766 >39 mg/dL According to ATP-III Guidelines, HDL-C >59 mg/dL is considered anegative risk factor for CHD.LDL/HDL Ratio0118492.6 0.0-3.2 ratio units Estimated CHD Risk0118580.7 0.0-1.0 times avg. T. Chol/HDL RatioMen Women1/2 Avg.Risk 3.4 3.3Avg.Risk 5.0 4.42X Avg.Risk 9.6 7.13X Avg.Risk 23.4 11.0.The CHD Risk is based on the T. Chol/HDL ratio. Otherfactors affect CHD Risk such as hypertension, smoking,diabetes, severe obesity, and family history of pre-mature CHD.VLDL Cholesterol Cal01191613 5-40 mg/dL Globulin, Total0120392.8 1.5-4.5 g/dL A/G Ratio0120471.5 1.1-2.5 LDL Cholesterol Calc012054174 0-99 mg/dL MCV01506587 80-98 fL MCH01507329.3 27.0-34.0 pg MCHC01508133.6 32.0-36.0 g/dL Neutrophils01510758 40-74 % Immature Granulocytes0151080 0-1 % **Please note reference interval change**The Neonatal reference interval did not change.Lymphs01512329 14-46 % Monocytes01513110 4-13 % Eos0151492 0-7 % Basos0151561 0-3 % Platelets015172271 140-415 x10E3/uL Hematology Comments:015180 Neutrophils (Absolute)0159092.9 1.8-7.8 x10E3/uL Immature Grans (Abs)0159110 0.0-0.1 x10E3/uL **Please note reference interval change**The Neonatal reference interval did not change.Lymphs (Absolute)0159171.4 0.7-4.5 x10E3/uL Monocytes(Absolute)0159250.5 0.1-1.0 x10E3/uL Eos (Absolute)0159330.1 0.0-0.4 x10E3/uL Baso (Absolute)0159410 0.0-0.2 x10E3/uL NRBC015945 T. Chol/HDL Ratio1000653.8 0.0-4.4 ratio units eGFR100784>59 >59 mL/min/1.73 eGFR AfricanAmerican100786>59 >59 mL/min/1.73 Note: Persistent reduction for 3 months or more in an eGFR<60 mL/min/1.73 m2 defines CKD. Patients with eGFR values>/=60 mL/min/1.73 m2 may also have CKD if evidence of persistentproteinuria is present. Additional information may be found atwww.kdoqi.org.RDW10500713.3 11.7-15.0 % Immature Cells115398 Homocyst(e)ine, PlasmaDate Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AMTest DescriptionResult Range Units Homocyst(e)ine, Plasma7070094.6 0.0-15.0 umol/L Sent from my iPhone

Welcome! What is considered "normal", doesn't apply here. Post your labs results with ranges and you'll get some feedback. S

From: Duff <shannonmariaduffgmail>To: "RT3_T3 " <RT3_T3 >Sent: Thu, April 22, 2010 5:32:34 PMSubject: Low T3 only

Hi guys! I'm new and it's quite possible that I don't belong here but I'm having a really hard time finding help and info for my situation. I have almost every thyroid symptom in the book, but I didn't realize it. I have had my TSH tested few times but it was always normal. After my hair started falling out again I decided to order lab tests myself based on what I was reading about hair loss. Well, my TSH is normal, my T4 is normal and my T3 is low; all according to the lab ranges. All the thyroid forums and websites only seem to address this issue as a result of hypothyroid meds. I'm not on any meds. Anyone else have this combo of lab results? I have an appointment for Tuesday, but I'm not too hopeful. Thank you for taking the time to read this!Female, 32Sent from my iPhone

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Thyroid Panel With TSHDate Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AMTest DescriptionResult Range Units Thyroxine (T4)0011497.2 4.5-12.0 ug/dL T3 Uptake00115635 24-39 % Free Thyroxine Index0011642.5 1.2-4.9 Magnesium, SerumDate Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AMTest DescriptionResult Range Units Magnesium, Serum0015371.8 1.6-2.6 mg/dL Vitamin D, 25-HydroxyDate Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AMTest DescriptionResult Range Units Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy08195279.7 32.0-100.0 ng/mL Recent studies consider the lower limit of 32.0 ng/mL to be athreshold for optimal health.Hollis BW. J Nutr. 2005 Feb;135(2):317-22.C-Reactive Protein, CardiacDate Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AMTest DescriptionResult Range Units C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac1207680.64 0.00-3.00 mg/L Relative Risk for Future Cardiovascular EventLow <1.00Average 1.00 - 3.00High >3.00TSH+TestT+T4F+DHEA-S+Prog+E...Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AMTest DescriptionResult Range Units Testosterone, Serum00422715 6-82 ng/dL TSH0042642.33 0.450-4.500 uIU/mL Progesterone0043178.3 ng/mL Follicular phase 0.2 - 1.5Luteal phase 1.7 - 27.0Ovulation phase 0.8 - 3.0Postmenopausal 0.1 - 0.8Estradiol004519134.9 pg/mL Adult Female:Follicular phase 12.5 - 166.0Ovulation phase 85.8 - 498.0Luteal phase 43.8 - 211.0Postmenopausal <6.0 - 54.7Pregnancy1st trimester 215.0 - >4300.0Girls (1-10 years) 6.0 - 27.0Roche ECLIA methodologyDHEA-Sulfate004699170 98.8-340.0 ug/dL Triiodothyronine,Free,Serum0103891.7 2.0-4.4 pg/mL T4,Free(Direct)0197451.14 0.82-1.77 ng/dL % Free Testosterone0807701.93 0.50-2.80 % Testosterone,Free0807960.29 0.10-0.85 ng/dL CMP14+LP+5AC+CBC/D/PltDate Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AMTest DescriptionResult Range Units Calcium, Serum0010168.9 8.7-10.2 mg/dL Phosphorus, Serum0010243.6 2.5-4.5 mg/dL Glucose, Serum00103284 65-99 mg/dL BUN00104018 5-26 mg/dL Uric Acid, Serum0010573.4 2.4-8.2 mg/dL Cholesterol, Total001065253 100-199 mg/dL Protein, Total, Serum0010737 6.0-8.5 g/dL Albumin, Serum0010814.2 3.5-5.5 g/dL Bilirubin, Total0010990.6 0.1-1.2 mg/dL **Effective April 26, 2010, Bilirubin, Total,**reference interval will be changing to: mg/dLNewborns, term and near term:24 hours old: 0.0 - 8.048 hours old: 0.0 - 13.272 hours old: 0.0 - 15.696 hours to 1 month old: 0.0 - 16.6Children 1 month and older andAdults: 0.0 - 1.2.*Panic value will be changed such that results*>17.0 mg/dL will be called as panics.Alkaline Phosphatase, S00110740 25-150 IU/L LDH001115108 100-250 IU/L AST (SGOT)00112314 0-40 IU/L Triglycerides00117263 0-149 mg/dL Potassium, Serum0011803.8 3.5-5.2 mmol/L Sodium, Serum001198136 135-145 mmol/L Chloride, Serum001206104 97-108 mmol/L Iron, Serum00133989 35-155 ug/dL Creatinine, Serum0013700.72 0.57-1.00 mg/dL ALT (SGPT)0015458 0-40 IU/L Carbon Dioxide, Total00157820 20-32 mmol/L GGT0019589 0-60 IU/L WBC0050255 4.0-10.5 x10E3/uL RBC0050334.44 3.80-5.10 x10E6/uL Hemoglobin00504113 11.5-15.0 g/dL Hematocrit00505838.7 34.0-44.0 % BUN/Creatinine Ratio01157725 8-27 HDL Cholesterol01181766 >39 mg/dL According to ATP-III Guidelines, HDL-C >59 mg/dL is considered anegative risk factor for CHD.LDL/HDL Ratio0118492.6 0.0-3.2 ratio units Estimated CHD Risk0118580.7 0.0-1.0 times avg. T. Chol/HDL RatioMen Women1/2 Avg.Risk 3.4 3.3Avg.Risk 5.0 4.42X Avg.Risk 9.6 7.13X Avg.Risk 23.4 11.0.The CHD Risk is based on the T. Chol/HDL ratio. Otherfactors affect CHD Risk such as hypertension, smoking,diabetes, severe obesity, and family history of pre-mature CHD.VLDL Cholesterol Cal01191613 5-40 mg/dL Globulin, Total0120392.8 1.5-4.5 g/dL A/G Ratio0120471.5 1.1-2.5 LDL Cholesterol Calc012054174 0-99 mg/dL MCV01506587 80-98 fL MCH01507329.3 27.0-34.0 pg MCHC01508133.6 32.0-36.0 g/dL Neutrophils01510758 40-74 % Immature Granulocytes0151080 0-1 % **Please note reference interval change**The Neonatal reference interval did not change.Lymphs01512329 14-46 % Monocytes01513110 4-13 % Eos0151492 0-7 % Basos0151561 0-3 % Platelets015172271 140-415 x10E3/uL Hematology Comments:015180 Neutrophils (Absolute)0159092.9 1.8-7.8 x10E3/uL Immature Grans (Abs)0159110 0.0-0.1 x10E3/uL **Please note reference interval change**The Neonatal reference interval did not change.Lymphs (Absolute)0159171.4 0.7-4.5 x10E3/uL Monocytes(Absolute)0159250.5 0.1-1.0 x10E3/uL Eos (Absolute)0159330.1 0.0-0.4 x10E3/uL Baso (Absolute)0159410 0.0-0.2 x10E3/uL NRBC015945 T. Chol/HDL Ratio1000653.8 0.0-4.4 ratio units eGFR100784>59 >59 mL/min/1.73 eGFR AfricanAmerican100786>59 >59 mL/min/1.73 Note: Persistent reduction for 3 months or more in an eGFR<60 mL/min/1.73 m2 defines CKD. Patients with eGFR values>/=60 mL/min/1.73 m2 may also have CKD if evidence of persistentproteinuria is present. Additional information may be found atwww.kdoqi.org.RDW10500713.3 11.7-15.0 % Immature Cells115398 Homocyst(e)ine, PlasmaDate Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AMTest DescriptionResult Range Units Homocyst(e)ine, Plasma7070094.6 0.0-15.0 umol/L Sent from my iPhone

Welcome! What is considered "normal", doesn't apply here. Post your labs results with ranges and you'll get some feedback. S

From: Duff <shannonmariaduffgmail>To: "RT3_T3 " <RT3_T3 >Sent: Thu, April 22, 2010 5:32:34 PMSubject: Low T3 only

Hi guys! I'm new and it's quite possible that I don't belong here but I'm having a really hard time finding help and info for my situation. I have almost every thyroid symptom in the book, but I didn't realize it. I have had my TSH tested few times but it was always normal. After my hair started falling out again I decided to order lab tests myself based on what I was reading about hair loss. Well, my TSH is normal, my T4 is normal and my T3 is low; all according to the lab ranges. All the thyroid forums and websites only seem to address this issue as a result of hypothyroid meds. I'm not on any meds. Anyone else have this combo of lab results? I have an appointment for Tuesday, but I'm not too hopeful. Thank you for taking the time to read this!Female, 32Sent from my iPhone

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Hi , let me start by saying I am not an expert on this. I am hoping that Nick or Val will jump in on this. However, I can tell you that one important piece to the puzzle that is missing is your ferritin level. Low ferritin is often linked to hair loss. Ferritin is also important for thyroid function.

Also, what day of your cycle was the blood draw? Free testosterone is a bit low, could cause hair loss. Val would be the one to say for sure. She can also give insight to the other hormones/thyroid levels.

If you don't get a response in 24 hrs forward these labs again with BUMP in the subject line. In the mean time look into getting that ferritin tested. It might be you just need some iron supplements. S

Thyroid Panel With TSH

Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

Test Description

Result

Range

Units

Thyroxine (T4)001149

7.2

4.5-12.0

ug/dL

T3 Uptake001156

35

24-39

%

Free Thyroxine Index001164

2.5

1.2-4.9

Magnesium, Serum

Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

Test Description

Result

Range

Units

Magnesium, Serum001537

1.8

1.6-2.6

mg/dL

Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy

Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

Test Description

Result

Range

Units

Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy081952

79.7

32.0-100.0

ng/mL

Recent studies consider the lower limit of 32.0 ng/mL to be athreshold for optimal health.Hollis BW. J Nutr. 2005 Feb;135(2):317- 22.

C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac

Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

Test Description

Result

Range

Units

C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac120768

0.64

0.00-3.00

mg/L

Relative Risk for Future Cardiovascular EventLow <1.00Average 1.00 - 3.00High >3.00

TSH+TestT+T4F+ DHEA-S+Prog+ E...

Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

Test Description

Result

Range

Units

Testosterone, Serum004227

15

6-82

ng/dL

TSH004264

2.33

0.450-4.500

uIU/mL

Progesterone004317

8.3

ng/mL

Follicular phase 0.2 - 1.5Luteal phase 1.7 - 27.0Ovulation phase 0.8 - 3.0Postmenopausal 0.1 - 0.8

Estradiol004519

134.9

pg/mL

Adult Female:Follicular phase 12.5 - 166.0Ovulation phase 85.8 - 498.0Luteal phase 43.8 - 211.0Postmenopausal <6.0 - 54.7Pregnancy1st trimester 215.0 - >4300.0Girls (1-10 years) 6.0 - 27.0Roche ECLIA methodology

DHEA-Sulfate004699

170

98.8-340.0

ug/dL

Triiodothyronine, Free,Serum010389

1.7

2.0-4.4

pg/mL

T4,Free(Direct) 019745

1.14

0.82-1.77

ng/dL

% Free Testosterone080770

1.93

0.50-2.80

%

Testosterone, Free080796

0.29

0.10-0.85

ng/dL

CMP14+LP+5AC+ CBC/D/Plt

Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

Test Description

Result

Range

Units

Calcium, Serum001016

8.9

8.7-10.2

mg/dL

Phosphorus, Serum001024

3.6

2.5-4.5

mg/dL

Glucose, Serum001032

84

65-99

mg/dL

BUN001040

18

5-26

mg/dL

Uric Acid, Serum001057

3.4

2.4-8.2

mg/dL

Cholesterol, Total001065

253

100-199

mg/dL

Protein, Total, Serum001073

7

6.0-8.5

g/dL

Albumin, Serum001081

4.2

3.5-5.5

g/dL

Bilirubin, Total001099

0.6

0.1-1.2

mg/dL

**Effective April 26, 2010, Bilirubin, Total,**reference interval will be changing to: mg/dLNewborns, term and near term:24 hours old: 0.0 - 8.048 hours old: 0.0 - 13.272 hours old: 0.0 - 15.696 hours to 1 month old: 0.0 - 16.6Children 1 month and older andAdults: 0.0 - 1.2.*Panic value will be changed such that results*>17.0 mg/dL will be called as panics.

Alkaline Phosphatase, S001107

40

25-150

IU/L

LDH001115

108

100-250

IU/L

AST (SGOT)001123

14

0-40

IU/L

Triglycerides001172

63

0-149

mg/dL

Potassium, Serum001180

3.8

3.5-5.2

mmol/L

Sodium, Serum001198

136

135-145

mmol/L

Chloride, Serum001206

104

97-108

mmol/L

Iron, Serum001339

89

35-155

ug/dL

Creatinine, Serum001370

0.72

0.57-1.00

mg/dL

ALT (SGPT)001545

8

0-40

IU/L

Carbon Dioxide, Total001578

20

20-32

mmol/L

GGT001958

9

0-60

IU/L

WBC005025

5

4.0-10.5

x10E3/uL

RBC005033

4.44

3.80-5.10

x10E6/uL

Hemoglobin005041

13

11.5-15.0

g/dL

Hematocrit005058

38.7

34.0-44.0

%

BUN/Creatinine Ratio011577

25

8-27

HDL Cholesterol011817

66

>39

mg/dL

According to ATP-III Guidelines, HDL-C >59 mg/dL is considered anegative risk factor for CHD.

LDL/HDL Ratio011849

2.6

0.0-3.2

ratio units

Estimated CHD Risk011858

0.7

0.0-1.0

times avg.

T. Chol/HDL RatioMen Women1/2 Avg.Risk 3.4 3.3Avg.Risk 5.0 4.42X Avg.Risk 9.6 7.13X Avg.Risk 23.4 11.0.The CHD Risk is based on the T. Chol/HDL ratio. Otherfactors affect CHD Risk such as hypertension, smoking,diabetes, severe obesity, and family history of pre-mature CHD.

VLDL Cholesterol Cal011916

13

5-40

mg/dL

Globulin, Total012039

2.8

1.5-4.5

g/dL

A/G Ratio012047

1.5

1.1-2.5

LDL Cholesterol Calc012054

174

0-99

mg/dL

MCV015065

87

80-98

fL

MCH015073

29.3

27.0-34.0

pg

MCHC015081

33.6

32.0-36.0

g/dL

Neutrophils015107

58

40-74

%

Immature Granulocytes015108

0

0-1

%

**Please note reference interval change**The Neonatal reference interval did not change.

Lymphs015123

29

14-46

%

Monocytes015131

10

4-13

%

Eos015149

2

0-7

%

Basos015156

1

0-3

%

Platelets015172

271

140-415

x10E3/uL

Hematology Comments:015180

Neutrophils (Absolute)015909

2.9

1.8-7.8

x10E3/uL

Immature Grans (Abs)015911

0

0.0-0.1

x10E3/uL

**Please note reference interval change**The Neonatal reference interval did not change.

Lymphs (Absolute)015917

1.4

0.7-4.5

x10E3/uL

Monocytes(Absolute) 015925

0.5

0.1-1.0

x10E3/uL

Eos (Absolute)015933

0.1

0.0-0.4

x10E3/uL

Baso (Absolute)015941

0

0.0-0.2

x10E3/uL

NRBC015945

T. Chol/HDL Ratio100065

3.8

0.0-4.4

ratio units

eGFR100784

>59

>59

mL/min/1.73

eGFR AfricanAmerican1007 86

>59

>59

mL/min/1.73

Note: Persistent reduction for 3 months or more in an eGFR<60 mL/min/1.73 m2 defines CKD. Patients with eGFR values>/=60 mL/min/1.73 m2 may also have CKD if evidence of persistentproteinuria is present. Additional information may be found atwww.kdoqi.org.

RDW105007

13.3

11.7-15.0

%

Immature Cells115398

Homocyst(e)ine, Plasma

Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

Test Description

Result

Range

Units

Homocyst(e)ine, Plasma707009

4.6

0.0-15.0

umol/L

Sent from my iPhone

On Apr 22, 2010, at 4:38 PM, Suzanne Kann <kannsuzanne@ rocketmail. com> wrote:

Welcome! What is considered "normal", doesn't apply here. Post your labs results with ranges and you'll get some feedback. S

From: Duff <shannonmariaduffgmail>To: "RT3_T3@yahoogroups .com" <RT3_T3yahoogroups (DOT) com>Sent: Thu, April 22, 2010 5:32:34 PMSubject: Low T3 only

Hi guys! I'm new and it's quite possible that I don't belong here but I'm having a really hard time finding help and info for my situation. I have almost every thyroid symptom in the book, but I didn't realize it. I have had my TSH tested few times but it was always normal. After my hair started falling out again I decided to order lab tests myself based on what I was reading about hair loss. Well, my TSH is normal, my T4 is normal and my T3 is low; all according to the lab ranges. All the thyroid forums and websites only seem to address this issue as a result of hypothyroid meds. I'm not on any meds. Anyone else have this combo of lab results? I have an appointment for Tuesday, but I'm not too hopeful. Thank you for taking the time to read this!Female, 32Sent from my iPhone

[Guest guest]

Thanks Suzanne! I'm pretty sure I was in my luteal phase when my labs were drawn. I'm not charting, but I have in the past. My ferritin could be low, I suppose.. Does that cause other hypo symptoms? I have almost all of them, but I feel pretty good. Hair loss is so obvious. (my hairdresser estimates that I've lost at least 50%). Thanks again! shannonSent from my iPhone

Hi , let me start by saying I am not an expert on this. I am hoping that Nick or Val will jump in on this. However, I can tell you that one important piece to the puzzle that is missing is your ferritin level. Low ferritin is often linked to hair loss. Ferritin is also important for thyroid function.

Also, what day of your cycle was the blood draw? Free testosterone is a bit low, could cause hair loss. Val would be the one to say for sure. She can also give insight to the other hormones/thyroid levels.

If you don't get a response in 24 hrs forward these labs again with BUMP in the subject line. In the mean time look into getting that ferritin tested. It might be you just need some iron supplements. S

Thyroid Panel With TSH

Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

Test Description

Result

Range

Units

Thyroxine (T4)001149

7.2

4.5-12.0

ug/dL

T3 Uptake001156

35

24-39

%

Free Thyroxine Index001164

2.5

1.2-4.9

Magnesium, Serum

Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

Test Description

Result

Range

Units

Magnesium, Serum001537

1.8

1.6-2.6

mg/dL

Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy

Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

Test Description

Result

Range

Units

Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy081952

79.7

32.0-100.0

ng/mL

Recent studies consider the lower limit of 32.0 ng/mL to be athreshold for optimal health.Hollis BW. J Nutr. 2005 Feb;135(2):317- 22.

C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac

Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

Test Description

Result

Range

Units

C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac120768

0.64

0.00-3.00

mg/L

Relative Risk for Future Cardiovascular EventLow <1.00Average 1.00 - 3.00High >3.00

TSH+TestT+T4F+ DHEA-S+Prog+ E...

Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

Test Description

Result

Range

Units

Testosterone, Serum004227

15

6-82

ng/dL

[Guest guest]

Hi, yes low ferritin can give other hypo like symptoms. But I do think you are hypo as well. But I would rather one of the moderators tell you that for sure. Hair loss is very stressful! I too am dealing with that. I believe mine is because of ferritin and also high reverse t 3. That is another test you should have done. Lots of Dr. don't agree with or know about this test. You should ask your dr. about this when you see them on tues. along with the ferritin. When you run a rt3 you also need to run the free t3 with it so you can look at the ratio. You want more free t3 than rt3 (rt3 is inactive)With your free t3 being low it would be interesting to see where your rt3 is. You want free t3 to be at the top of the range. Val or Nick could look at these labs and probably know exactly what

is going on and what you should do. Get really prepared before you see your dr.! Have you read Stop The Thyroid Maddness? Look that web-site up online. Lots of great, life saving info!

Also ask Val or Nick if your estrogen/progesterone ratio looks ok. I am thinking your P might be low compared to your E for that time of your cycle. Good luck. Keep being persistent and you'll get it straightened out! S

One other thing, if your running test, you should look into B12. Most people with B12 deficiencies have hair loss.

To: "RT3_T3 " <RT3_T3 >Sent: Thu, April 22, 2010 7:44:39 PMSubject: Re: Low T3 only

Thanks Suzanne! I'm pretty sure I was in my luteal phase when my labs were drawn. I'm not charting, but I have in the past. My ferritin could be low, I suppose.. Does that cause other hypo symptoms? I have almost all of them, but I feel pretty good. Hair loss is so obvious. (my hairdresser estimates that I've lost at least 50%). Thanks again!

shannonSent from my iPhone

On Apr 22, 2010, at 6:20 PM, Suzanne Kann <kannsuzanne@ rocketmail. com> wrote:

Hi , let me start by saying I am not an expert on this. I am hoping that Nick or Val will jump in on this. However, I can tell you that one important piece to the puzzle that is missing is your ferritin level. Low ferritin is often linked to hair loss. Ferritin is also important for thyroid function.

Also, what day of your cycle was the blood draw? Free testosterone is a bit low, could cause hair loss. Val would be the one to say for sure. She can also give insight to the other hormones/thyroid levels.

If you don't get a response in 24 hrs forward these labs again with BUMP in the subject line. In the mean time look into getting that ferritin tested. It might be you just need some iron supplements. S

Thyroid Panel With TSH

Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

Test Description

Result

Range

Units

Thyroxine (T4)001149

7.2

4.5-12.0

ug/dL

T3 Uptake001156

35

24-39

%

Free Thyroxine Index001164

2.5

1.2-4.9

Magnesium, Serum

Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

Test Description

Result

Range

Units

Magnesium, Serum001537

1.8

1.6-2.6

mg/dL

Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy

Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

Test Description

Result

Range

Units

Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy081952

79.7

32.0-100.0

ng/mL

Recent studies consider the lower limit of 32.0 ng/mL to be athreshold for optimal health.Hollis BW. J Nutr. 2005 Feb;135(2):317- 22.

C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac

Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

Test Description

Result

Range

Units

C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac120768

0.64

0.00-3.00

mg/L

Relative Risk for Future Cardiovascular EventLow <1.00Average 1.00 - 3.00High >3.00

TSH+TestT+T4F+ DHEA-S+Prog+ E...

Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

Test Description

Result

Range

Units

Testosterone, Serum004227

15

6-82

ng/dL

[Guest guest]

Bumping so hopefully mods will jump in:) I got blood drawn to check my ferritin

and B12 Friday, so results should be back soon.

>

>

>  

> >Hi , let me start by saying I am not an expert on this. I am hoping

that Nick or Val will jump in on this. However, I can tell you that one

important piece to the puzzle that is missing is your ferritin level. Low

ferritin is often linked to hair loss. Ferritin is also important for thyroid

function.

> >

> >Also, what day of your cycle was the blood draw? Free testosterone is a bit

low, could cause hair loss. Val would be the one to say for sure. She can also

give insight to the other hormones/thyroid levels.

> >

> >If you don't get a response in 24 hrs forward these labs again with BUMP in

the subject line.  In the mean time look into getting that ferritin tested. It

might be you just need some iron supplements. S

> >

> >

> ________________________________

>  

> >Thyroid Panel With TSH

> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

> >Test Description Result     Range   Units  

> >Thyroxine (T4)001149 7.2     4.5-12.0   ug/dL  

> >T3 Uptake001156 35     24-39   %  

> >Free Thyroxine Index001164 2.5     1.2-4.9    

> >Magnesium, Serum

> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

> >Test Description Result     Range   Units  

> >Magnesium, Serum001537 1.8     1.6-2.6   mg/dL  

> >Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy

> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

> >Test Description Result     Range   Units  

> >Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy081952 79.7     32.0-100.0   ng/mL  

> >Recent studies consider the lower limit of 32.0 ng/mL to be a

> >>threshold for optimal health.

> >>Hollis BW. J Nutr. 2005 Feb;135(2):317- 22.

> >>

> >C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac

> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

> >Test Description Result     Range   Units  

> >C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac120768 0.64     0.00-3.00   mg/L  

> >Relative Risk for Future Cardiovascular Event

> >>Low <1.00

> >>Average 1.00 - 3.00

> >>High >3.00

> >>

> >TSH+TestT+T4F+ DHEA-S+Prog+ E...

> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

> >Test Description Result     Range   Units  

> >Testosterone, Serum004227 15     6-82   ng/dL  

>

[Guest guest]

Bumping so hopefully mods will jump in:) I got blood drawn to check my ferritin

and B12 Friday, so results should be back soon.

>

>

>  

> >Hi , let me start by saying I am not an expert on this. I am hoping

that Nick or Val will jump in on this. However, I can tell you that one

important piece to the puzzle that is missing is your ferritin level. Low

ferritin is often linked to hair loss. Ferritin is also important for thyroid

function.

> >

> >Also, what day of your cycle was the blood draw? Free testosterone is a bit

low, could cause hair loss. Val would be the one to say for sure. She can also

give insight to the other hormones/thyroid levels.

> >

> >If you don't get a response in 24 hrs forward these labs again with BUMP in

the subject line.  In the mean time look into getting that ferritin tested. It

might be you just need some iron supplements. S

> >

> >

> ________________________________

>  

> >Thyroid Panel With TSH

> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

> >Test Description Result     Range   Units  

> >Thyroxine (T4)001149 7.2     4.5-12.0   ug/dL  

> >T3 Uptake001156 35     24-39   %  

> >Free Thyroxine Index001164 2.5     1.2-4.9    

> >Magnesium, Serum

> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

> >Test Description Result     Range   Units  

> >Magnesium, Serum001537 1.8     1.6-2.6   mg/dL  

> >Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy

> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

> >Test Description Result     Range   Units  

> >Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy081952 79.7     32.0-100.0   ng/mL  

> >Recent studies consider the lower limit of 32.0 ng/mL to be a

> >>threshold for optimal health.

> >>Hollis BW. J Nutr. 2005 Feb;135(2):317- 22.

> >>

> >C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac

> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

> >Test Description Result     Range   Units  

> >C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac120768 0.64     0.00-3.00   mg/L  

> >Relative Risk for Future Cardiovascular Event

> >>Low <1.00

> >>Average 1.00 - 3.00

> >>High >3.00

> >>

> >TSH+TestT+T4F+ DHEA-S+Prog+ E...

> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

> >Test Description Result     Range   Units  

> >Testosterone, Serum004227 15     6-82   ng/dL  

>

[Guest guest]

Bumping so hopefully mods will jump in:) I got blood drawn to check my ferritin

and B12 Friday, so results should be back soon.

>

>

>  

> >Hi , let me start by saying I am not an expert on this. I am hoping

that Nick or Val will jump in on this. However, I can tell you that one

important piece to the puzzle that is missing is your ferritin level. Low

ferritin is often linked to hair loss. Ferritin is also important for thyroid

function.

> >

> >Also, what day of your cycle was the blood draw? Free testosterone is a bit

low, could cause hair loss. Val would be the one to say for sure. She can also

give insight to the other hormones/thyroid levels.

> >

> >If you don't get a response in 24 hrs forward these labs again with BUMP in

the subject line.  In the mean time look into getting that ferritin tested. It

might be you just need some iron supplements. S

> >

> >

> ________________________________

>  

> >Thyroid Panel With TSH

> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

> >Test Description Result     Range   Units  

> >Thyroxine (T4)001149 7.2     4.5-12.0   ug/dL  

> >T3 Uptake001156 35     24-39   %  

> >Free Thyroxine Index001164 2.5     1.2-4.9    

> >Magnesium, Serum

> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

> >Test Description Result     Range   Units  

> >Magnesium, Serum001537 1.8     1.6-2.6   mg/dL  

> >Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy

> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

> >Test Description Result     Range   Units  

> >Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy081952 79.7     32.0-100.0   ng/mL  

> >Recent studies consider the lower limit of 32.0 ng/mL to be a

> >>threshold for optimal health.

> >>Hollis BW. J Nutr. 2005 Feb;135(2):317- 22.

> >>

> >C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac

> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

> >Test Description Result     Range   Units  

> >C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac120768 0.64     0.00-3.00   mg/L  

> >Relative Risk for Future Cardiovascular Event

> >>Low <1.00

> >>Average 1.00 - 3.00

> >>High >3.00

> >>

> >TSH+TestT+T4F+ DHEA-S+Prog+ E...

> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM

> >Test Description Result     Range   Units  

> >Testosterone, Serum004227 15     6-82   ng/dL  

>

[Guest guest]

Hey that was fast on the test. Good work. So when you get those results, post them with the labs you posted the other day. That way everything will be in one message for the mods. to look at. I'll be watching for them too. Curious to see the results.S

To: RT3_T3 Sent: Sun, April 25, 2010 3:25:53 PMSubject: Re: Low T3 only

Bumping so hopefully mods will jump in:) I got blood drawn to check my ferritin and B12 Friday, so results should be back soon. > > > Â > >Hi , let me start by saying I am not an expert on

this. I am hoping that Nick or Val will jump in on this. However, I can tell you that one important piece to the puzzle that is missing is your ferritin level. Low ferritin is often linked to hair loss. Ferritin is also important for thyroid function.> >> >Also, what day of your cycle was the blood draw? Free testosterone is a bit low, could cause hair loss. Val would be the one to say for sure. She can also give insight to the other hormones/thyroid levels.> >> >If you don't get a response in 24 hrs forward these labs again with BUMP in the subject line. In the mean time look into getting that ferritin tested. It might be you just need some iron supplements. S> >> >> ____________ _________ _________ __>  > >Thyroid Panel With TSH> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM> >Test Description Result    Range Â

Units  > >Thyroxine (T4)001149 7.2    4.5-12.0  ug/dL  > >T3 Uptake001156 35    24-39  %  > >Free Thyroxine Index001164 2.5    1.2-4.9   > >Magnesium, Serum> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM> >Test Description Result    Range  Units  > >Magnesium, Serum001537 1.8    1.6-2.6  mg/dL  > >Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM> >Test Description Result    Range  Units  > >Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy081952 79.7    32.0-100.0  ng/mL  > >Recent studies consider the lower limit of 32.0 ng/mL to be a> >>threshold for optimal health.>

>>Hollis BW. J Nutr. 2005 Feb;135(2):317- 22.> >> > >C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM> >Test Description Result    Range  Units  > >C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac120768 0.64    0.00-3.00  mg/L  > >Relative Risk for Future Cardiovascular Event> >>Low <1.00> >>Average 1.00 - 3.00> >>High >3.00> >> > >TSH+TestT+T4F+ DHEA-S+Prog+ E...> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM> >Test Description Result    Range  Units  > >Testosterone, Serum004227 15    6-82  ng/dL  >

[Guest guest]

Hey that was fast on the test. Good work. So when you get those results, post them with the labs you posted the other day. That way everything will be in one message for the mods. to look at. I'll be watching for them too. Curious to see the results.S

To: RT3_T3 Sent: Sun, April 25, 2010 3:25:53 PMSubject: Re: Low T3 only

Bumping so hopefully mods will jump in:) I got blood drawn to check my ferritin and B12 Friday, so results should be back soon. > > > Â > >Hi , let me start by saying I am not an expert on

this. I am hoping that Nick or Val will jump in on this. However, I can tell you that one important piece to the puzzle that is missing is your ferritin level. Low ferritin is often linked to hair loss. Ferritin is also important for thyroid function.> >> >Also, what day of your cycle was the blood draw? Free testosterone is a bit low, could cause hair loss. Val would be the one to say for sure. She can also give insight to the other hormones/thyroid levels.> >> >If you don't get a response in 24 hrs forward these labs again with BUMP in the subject line. In the mean time look into getting that ferritin tested. It might be you just need some iron supplements. S> >> >> ____________ _________ _________ __>  > >Thyroid Panel With TSH> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM> >Test Description Result    Range Â

Units  > >Thyroxine (T4)001149 7.2    4.5-12.0  ug/dL  > >T3 Uptake001156 35    24-39  %  > >Free Thyroxine Index001164 2.5    1.2-4.9   > >Magnesium, Serum> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM> >Test Description Result    Range  Units  > >Magnesium, Serum001537 1.8    1.6-2.6  mg/dL  > >Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM> >Test Description Result    Range  Units  > >Vitamin D, 25-Hydroxy081952 79.7    32.0-100.0  ng/mL  > >Recent studies consider the lower limit of 32.0 ng/mL to be a> >>threshold for optimal health.>

>>Hollis BW. J Nutr. 2005 Feb;135(2):317- 22.> >> > >C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM> >Test Description Result    Range  Units  > >C-Reactive Protein, Cardiac120768 0.64    0.00-3.00  mg/L  > >Relative Risk for Future Cardiovascular Event> >>Low <1.00> >>Average 1.00 - 3.00> >>High >3.00> >> > >TSH+TestT+T4F+ DHEA-S+Prog+ E...> >Date Collected: 4/13/2010 9:27:00 AM> >Test Description Result    Range  Units  > >Testosterone, Serum004227 15    6-82  ng/dL  >