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Old 06-09-2005, 12:05 PM   #1
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TSH levels thrown off by iodine?
Hi,
I just got my TSH results back from the dr and it was .57 which I know is still within the normal range. However I had the TSH a year ago and it was .9 and then in Jan. it was .8. I am wondering since I had to have a CT Angiogram 4 weeks ago with an Iodine contrast, would the iodine lower or raise one's TSH level?

I forgot to tell the dr about the CT scan and saw on a website that the iodine can affect the TSH level 4-6 weeks after the test.
Any input on this would be really appreciated.

I ask because I have shown some symptoms for hyperthyroidism but my levels look normal.

 
Old 06-09-2005, 12:35 PM   #2
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Re: TSH levels thrown off by iodine?
yes they can, iodine in just the right amounts can cause you to go hyper, also iodine in the right amounts, usually a lot, can cause you to go hypo.


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Old 06-09-2005, 07:31 PM   #3
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Re: TSH levels thrown off by iodine?
Thyroid hormone is made from iodine atoms...so yes iodine can affect a person's levels.
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