Ebony, a 67-year-old woman, is referred for treatment of hyperlipidemia as a follow up to a health screening. Ebony scheduled an appointment with her primary care physician. The physician noted her cholesterol and triglycerides were high from her health screening. Additional blood work confirmed the high cholesterol and triglycerides. Ebony’s history review indicated hair loss (she wears a wig), hoarseness to her voice, cold intolerance, and fatigue. She indicated adherence with her lipid-lowering medication. What laboratory testing would be helpful to screen for thyroid disease?
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