THYROID TESTING IN DOGS

Hypothyroidism is a relatively common endocrine disease of dogs. Makin g a definitive diagnosis of hypothyroidism can be difficult because si gns can be confused with other diseases. Diagnostic test results can b e misleading and are not specific for thyroid dysfunction. This paper gives a brief discussion of diagnostic tests used in the diagnosis of hypothyroidism, including the advantages and disadvantages of each tes t.