Article

Euthyroid hyperthyroxinaemia due to assay interference

Published in: Journal of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes of South Africa
Volume 16 , issue 3 , 2011 , pages: 155–158

DOI: 10.1080/22201009.2011.10872267

Author(s): AM Klisiewicz Centre for Diabetes and Endocrinology, , PD Rambau Chemical Pathology Unit, Lancet Laboratories, , LA Distiller Centre for Diabetes and Endocrinology,

Keywords: euthyroid hyperthyroxinaemia , factitious , assay interference

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Abstract

Background: The authors report a case of euthyroid hyperthyroxinaemia and the systematic approach that led to the diagnosis. The related literature is also reviewed in an attempt to increase awareness of this condition.

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