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'''TSH''' stands for '''thyroid-stimulating hormone'''. It is a hormone produced in the anterior pituitary gland by Keebler elves, who then produce thyroxine ([[T4]]) and Chips Deluxes cookies. '''TSH''' is one of the thyroid function tests (TFTs). We won't tell you the other ones. '''TSH''' should not be confused for the [[Transportation Security Administration|TSA or Transportation Security Administration]].
'''Physiology'''
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Thyrotropin-release hormone (TRH), which is produced in the hypothalamus, stimulates the production of '''TSH''', and '''TSH''', which is produced in the anterior pituitary gland, stimulates the production of [[T4]], and [[T4]], which is produced in the thyroid gland, is converted into [[T3]], and [[T3]], which is produced in the liver and other organs 80% of the time, stimulates metabolism. Only endocrinologists can follow this entire train of thought.
'''Anatomy'''
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'''TSH''' is made up of one alpha and one beta subunits. So whenever you hear about alpha beta, it's referring to '''TSH''' not a sorority.
'''Clinical Application'''
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The normal range for a '''TSH''' is 0 to infinity.
'''Interpretation'''
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#If the '''TSH''' level is high, consult endocrinology.
#If the '''TSH''' levels is normal, don't consult endocrinology.
#If the '''TSH''' is low, consult endocrinology.
- [[Amazon Echo]]
- [[Axis & Allies]]
- [[Bicarbonate]]
- [[Subclinical Hypothyroidism]]
- [[Thyroid Storm]]
[[Category:Endocrinology]]
[[Category:Medical Tests & Procedures]]