THE CLINICAL AND LABORATORY ASSESSMENT OF THYROID GLAND FUNCTIONAL ACTIVITY DURING PREGNANCY
Keywords:
pregnancy,thyroid function ,thyroid gland, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism,thyroid hormones,tsh (thyroid stimulating hormone),free t4 (thyroxine),trimester-specific reference ranges,thyroid autoantibodies,gestational hypothyroidism, maternal-fetal health,thyroid dysfunction, prenatal screening, endocrine changes in pregnancy, fetal development,thyroid disorders in pregnancy,risk factors for thyroid dysfunction.Abstract
The Importance of Thyroid Function in Pregnancy: The introduction emphasizes the thyroid gland’s role in regulating critical physiological functions such as metabolism, growth, and development, which are essential for the well-being of both the mother and fetus during pregnancy. Dysregulation of thyroid hormones may lead to adverse outcomes, making it important to highlight the gland’s significance early in the thesis. Physiological Changes: Pregnancy induces notable changes in thyroid function, such as increased hormone demand and altered iodine metabolism. These changes underline the need for monitoring thyroid function to ensure both maternal and fetal health.
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