NY Times article entitled "Prenatal Testing of Thyroid is Debated." The article focuses on the impact of both hypo- and hyper-thyroidism during pregnancy. What the article does not mention is that hypo- and hyper-thyroidism impact fertility and can contribute to miscarriage. Should TSH testing, despite confusing guidelines, be tested as a part of routine prenatal care? Is the increased cost of testing worth the potential benefits?
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