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TSH

Aliases: Thyroid-stimulating hormone

Group: Hormone

Description:

Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland in the brain. It plays a crucial role in regulating the thyroid gland, which controls the body's metabolism. A TSH blood test measures the level of this hormone and is used to assess how well the thyroid is functioning. High TSH levels may indicate an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism), while low levels may suggest an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism).