What tests are used to diagnose TPP?
To check for Hyperthyroidism the doctor will do blood tests to check the levels of various thyroid hormones including; TSH levels, T3, T3 resin uptake and T4. During an attack of weakness the doctor will do a blood test to check the level of potassium. In TPP, the level of potassium is low during attacks but normal between attacks.
The doctor will do blood tests to check the levels of various thyroid hormones including; TSH levels, T3, T3 resin uptake and T4. During an attack of weakness the doctor will do a blood test to check the level of potassium. In TPP, the level of potassium is low during attacks but normal between attacks.
