COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF TESTOSTERONE HORMONE LEVELS IN NORMAL AND THYROID PATIENTS IN DISTRICT PESHAWAR
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Keywords
Subclinical Hypothyroidism (SCH 1), Subclinical Hyperthyroidism (SCH 2), Auto Immune Thyroid Disease, Testosterone Levels
Abstract
This study aimed to investigate the correlation between serum testosterone levels and thyroid hormones, considering various demographic characteristics of the participants. The research protocols were reviewed and approved by the Research Ethics Committee at Islamia College Peshawar. The study was conducted at the Endocrinology Departments of Hayatabad Medical Complex (HMC) and Khyber Teaching Hospital (KTH) in Peshawar, Pakistan. Blood samples were collected, and serum testosterone levels were quantitatively analyzed using a human testosterone hormone ELISA. The results revealed a higher prevalence of thyroid disorders among women compared to men (80% vs. 20%). However, significant variations in testosterone levels were associated with thyroid disorders. Our findings suggest that thyroid disease is more prevalent among females in Peshawar, possibly influenced by factors such as lactation and breastfeeding.
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