Thyroid Function and Lipid Panel

Interpret TSH and free T4 patterns to diagnose primary hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism.

Recognize the TSH and T4 pattern suggestive of sick euthyroid syndrome in critically ill patients.

Interpret thyroid antibodies in the context of autoimmune thyroid disease (e.g., Hashimoto's, Graves').

Interpret total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, and triglycerides in cardiovascular risk assessment.

Calculate and interpret non-HDL cholesterol as a secondary target in cardiovascular risk management.

Identify patterns of severe dyslipidemia requiring urgent intervention.

Recognize secondary causes of dyslipidemia from common laboratory patterns.