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What is a Normal TSH?

By Mary Shomon, About.com

Created: April 14, 2006

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The "New" Normal Range

Since late 2002, however, the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) and other professional groups have recommended a narrower range of .3 to 3.0. This means that hyperthyroidism is suspected at TSH levels below .3, and 3.0 and above are now considered diagnostic of hypothyroidism.
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