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What are thyroid function tests?     Thyroid Function Tests are a series of blood tests that are performed to determine how well your thyroid gland is functioning. T3, T3RU, T4, and TSH tests are among those available.     The thyroid gland is a tiny gland in the lower front of your neck. It is in charge of regulating several biological processes, including metabolism, energy generation, and mood.     T3 and thyroxine are the two primary hormones produced by the thyroid (T4). If your thyroid gland does not generate enough of these hormones, you may experience weight gain, fatigue, and sadness. Hypothyroidism is the medical term for this condition.     If your thyroid gland produces too many hormones, you may experience weight loss, increased anxiety, tremors, and a "high." This is known as hyperthyroidism.     When a doctor is concerned about your thyroid hormone levels, he or she will typically prescribe broad screening tests, such as the T4 or thyroid-stimulating hormone (

What is a mammogram, exactly?   An x-ray scan of the chest is called a mammogram. Mammograms are used by doctors to check for early signs of breast cancer. Screening mammograms and diagnostic mammograms are the two types of mammograms.   What is a mammogram screening?   A screening mammography is one that is performed on women who have no symptoms or indicators of breast cancer. Breast cancer deaths for women aged 40 to 74 can be reduced with regular mammography screening. This is because they can detect breast cancer early, allow therapy to begin before it spreads.     However, screening mammograms are not without risk. They may find something that appears abnormal but it is not cancer. This leads to additional testing, which can be stressful. Mammograms sometimes can overlook cancer when it is present. You are also exposed to radiation. You should discuss the advantages and disadvantages of mammograms with your clinician. You and your doctor can determine when to begin and how frequ