How is congenital hypothyroidism diagnosed?
Your caregiver will ask you about your child’s health. This may include information on what signs and symptoms he may have and when they started. You may also be asked about your past pregnancy or diseases. He may also ask what medicines you have taken, or are taking now. You may also be asked about your family’s health. Blood tests: A newborn screening test is usually done during your child’s first days of life. A sample of your child’s blood is taken and sent to the lab. This helps your child’s caregiver learn if your child is at risk of having hypothyroidism or other genetic disorders. Other blood tests may also be done to learn how well your child’s thyroid gland is working. These tests may tell your child’s caregiver how low his thyroid hormone levels are in his blood. This information may also be used to see how well any treatments are working.Thyroid scan: This test shows caregivers how your child’s thyroid is working. Radioactive dye may be put into your child’s IV or given to
