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Blood: Thyroid Hormone Low (Hypothyroidism)

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Blood: Thyroid Hormone Low (Hypothyroidism)

ID 2429

Hypothyroidism is when the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. It affects approximately 3 in every 100 people. It is mainly caused by iodine deficiency.

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