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page 1Thyroidological methods

thyroidectomy
A thyroidectomy is an operation that involves the surgical removal of all or part of the thyroid gland. In general surgery, endocrine or head and neck surgeons often perform a thyroidectomy when a patient has thyroid cancer or some other condition of the thyroid gland, such as hyperthyroidism or goiter. Less common indications for surgery include cosmetic concerns or airway obstruction related to significant enlargement of the thyroid. Post-operative complications or sequelae may involve temporary or permanent change in voice, temporary or permanent hypocalcemia, the need for lifelong thyroid
thyroid function tests
collective term for blood tests used to check the function of the thyroid
radioactive iodine uptake test
diagnostic test for different causes of hyperthyroidism
thyroid's secretory capacity
maximum T4 production per time unit under stimulated condition