Complicated hypothyroidism?
Kate M Evans and Jamie Smith
DOI: https://doi.org/10.7861/clinmedicine.7-4-419
Clin Med August 2007 Kate M Evans
Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro
Roles: Specialist Registrar
Jamie Smith
Torbay Hospital, Torquay
MDRoles: Consultant Physician
Abstract
A negative investigation does not necessarily indicate the absence of pathology. The pre-test clinical probability, and test sensitivity and specificity must be borne in mind when interpreting the result of any investigation.
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Complicated hypothyroidism?
Kate M Evans, Jamie Smith
Clinical Medicine Aug 2007, 7 (4) 419-420; DOI: 10.7861/clinmedicine.7-4-419
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