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    GlossaryFree Thyroxine (Free T4)

    hormone indicating thyroid function by measuring unbound thyroxine

    Free Thyroxine (FT4) is a hormone produced by the thyroid gland that plays a crucial role in regulating metabolism, energy production, and overall growth and development. Unlike total thyroxine, which includes both bound and unbound hormone, FT4 measures the unbound portion that is biologically active and available to tissues, making it a more accurate indicator of thyroid function.

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      community Anyone get bloodwork done? What numbers should I be looking for?

       6 upvotes 10 years ago
      The user had lab work done to check for thyroid issues and other factors related to hair loss. They are seeking advice on which lab results are important for understanding hair loss and what the optimal levels should be.

      community Hairloss - what hormones to check?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is concerned about hair loss despite using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and topical minoxidil. They are seeking advice on additional blood tests to identify potential causes.

      community Bloodwork: what to test for?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user has been taking oral Finasteride and topical Essengen 6 Plus for hair loss and is experiencing increased depression. They plan to get bloodwork to check hormone levels and are seeking advice on which tests to include.

      community C’est terrible - at my wits end

      in Female  450 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.

      community Blood work, is it worth to pay for it?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is considering getting blood work to investigate the cause of ongoing hair loss despite using finasteride and dutasteride. Others suggest that while blood tests can provide useful health information, they may not change the hair treatment outcome.