1.   A thyroid test soon after birth was abnormal, so it was taken again.

2.   Adults, especially older women, would be wise to request a thyroid test periodically, for example, whenever undergoing a routine physical.

3.   Also strongly recommended is a thyroid test for all newborn babies and for women with a history of infertility or miscarriage.

4.   The serum calcium test and the thyroid tests are fairly inexpensive and can be obtained by calling your doctor.

5.   The thyroid test she takes every six to eight weeks helps her and her doctor adjust the medications so she has optimal levels in her body.