Thyrotoxicosis
Thyrotoxicosis is a clinical state resulting from elevated levels of circulating thyroid hormones—thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3)—regardless of their source. Unlike hyperthyroidism, which implies increased…
T3 Suppression Test for Thyroid Function
The T3 suppression test is a specialized diagnostic tool employed in the evaluation of thyroid gland functionality, particularly in distinguishing between autonomous thyroid activity and…
Acceleration of Barium Meal Transit Through the Small Bowel
The barium meal transit study is an essential diagnostic procedure used to evaluate the small bowel’s function and structural abnormalities. Understanding the factors that influence…