Table of Contents

Thyroid Hormone Metabolism.- Genetic Influences on Thyroid Function Tests.- Influence of Iodine Deficiency and Excess on Thyroid Function Tests.- Regulation of Thyroid Hormone Production and Measurement of Thyrotropin.- Measurements of Thyroxine and Triiodothyronine.- Thyroid Autoantibody Measurement.- Thyroglobulin Measurement.- Thyroid Function Testing in Ambulatory Practice.- Assessing Thyroid Function in Infants and Children.- Assessing Thyroid Function in Hospitalized Patients.- Assessing Thyroid Function in Pregnancy.- Assessing Thyroid Function in the Elderly.- Influence of Drugs on Thyroid Function Tests.

Reviews

From the reviews: “This book discusses all aspects of thyroid function tests, and also examines their use in special populations such as pregnant women, the elderly, and infants. … This is an ideal book for endocrinologists (including practicing endocrinologists and endocrine fellows), as well as internists and pediatricians … . The chapters are well written, and the authors are experts in their respective fields. … I highly recommend this book for anyone wishing to learn more about thyroid function tests.” (Ronald N. Cohen, Doody’s Review Service, June, 2010)