INTRODUCTION Recent studies in Spain have shown an inadequate iodine intake in a significant proportion of pregnant women. Pregnancy increases thyroid hormone requirements, and adequate iodine intake is therefore needed. MATERIAL AND METHODS One hundred and forty-seven women in their third trimester (week 37) of pregnancy provided a blood sample and a 24-hour urine sample to test serum and ur...

Background: Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) is a leading cause of cancer related death in Asia; and the fourth most common malignancy Indonesia. Hypothyroidism one commonly overlooked radiotherapy-induced late side effect due to its gradual occurrence despite irreversibility. Unfortunately, thyroid evaluation not widely accessible throughout Therefore, it quite important utilize simple reliable ...