Web Directory

» AACE: Detecting Mild Thyroid Failure with a Sensitive TSH Test
   Discusses their recommendations and position on changing TSH scores.
   http://www.aace.com/public/awareness/tam/2004/tsh.php

» BMJ - Thyroid Function Tests
   Letters that discuss the reassessment of thyroid function tests.
   http://bmj.com/cgi/content/full/321/7268/1080

» BMJ - Thyroid Function Tests and Hypothyroidism
   Discusses the debate over diagnosis and treatment of thyroid failure and suggests measurement of serum TSH alone may not always reflect its status.
   http://bmj.bmjjournals.com/cgi/content/full/326/7384/295

» Diagnostic Nuclear Medicine
   History of nuclear medicine, FAQ and cases including goiter and thyroid scan. English/Greek languages.
   http://www.medimaging.gr/

» EndocrineWeb - Common Tests to Examine Thyroid Gland Function
   Discusses T4, T3, TBG, TSH, TRH, RAI uptake, scans, needle biopsy, and ultrasounds.
   http://www.endocrineweb.com/tests.html

» MedicineNet - Ultrasound
   Provides an overview on what an ultrasound is, its purpose and preparation for the test, and how the results are transmitted to physician and patient.
   http://www.medicinenet.com/Art.asp?li=MNI&ag=Y&ArticleKey=510

» Radiology Info - Thyroid Scan and Uptake
   Find questions and answers about this procedure. Available in English and Spanish.
   http://radiologyinfo.org/en/info.cfm?pg=thyroiduptake

» Thyroid Clinical Pathology
   Includes a case study, lab testing, and thyroid metabolism. Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Tulane University School of Medicine.
   http://www.mcl.tulane.edu/classware/pathology/medical_pathology/thyroid/01title.html