The T4/TBG ratio and the investigation of thyroid function

The T4/TBG ratio and the investigation of thyroid function

The relationship between serum thyroxine (T4) and thyroxine-binding globulin (TBG) has been studied in “euthyroid” subjects. The T4/TBG ratios in these subjects has been calculated and compared with those found in patients suffering from myxoedema and thyrotoxicosis. The ratio allows a more precise...

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Veröffentlicht in:Clinical biochemistry 1978-01, Vol.11 (5), p.218-221
Hauptverfasser: Attwood, E.C., Seddon, R.M., Probert, D.E.
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Female
Humans
Hyperthyroidism - blood
Male
Myxedema - blood
Pregnancy
Sex Factors
Thyroid Function Tests - methods
Thyroid Gland - physiology
Thyroxine - blood
Thyroxine-Binding Proteins - analysis
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Zusammenfassung:The relationship between serum thyroxine (T4) and thyroxine-binding globulin (TBG) has been studied in “euthyroid” subjects. The T4/TBG ratios in these subjects has been calculated and compared with those found in patients suffering from myxoedema and thyrotoxicosis. The ratio allows a more precise selection of the borderline cases requiring Thyroid Stimulating Hormone and triiodothyronine assays, particularly when the serum TBG is raised or lowered.
ISSN:0009-9120
1873-2933
DOI:10.1016/S0009-9120(78)80032-0