Glossary term
Free T3
Free T3 is the active form of the thyroid hormone that directly influences metabolism and energy levels. Unlike TSH, which only indicates how much the brain is stimulating the thyr
Definition
Free T3 is the active form of the thyroid hormone that directly influences metabolism and energy levels. Unlike TSH, which only indicates how much the brain is stimulating the thyr
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