Who should undergo thyroid function screening?
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) does not recommend thyroid testing as a routine part of prenatal care, but advises that testing should be limited to women with symptoms of thyroid disease and those with a history of thyroid disease or other medical conditions associated with it, such as diabetes. ACOG recommends that pregnant women who have been diagnosed with thyroid disease be treated throughout pregnancy and during the postpartum period. The American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists recommends that all pregnant women be screened for thyroid problems, but advises women to talk with their physician about their individual needs.
