EPISODE · Feb 13, 2026 · 3 MIN
The Truth About Reverse T3 Testing
from Primary Care Voice · host Kulmeet Kundlas M.D.
Understanding Reverse T3: Why It Shouldn't Be Tested in Outpatient Settings Dr. Kulmeet Kundlas addresses common questions about reverse T3, explaining its role in thyroid function and why it shouldn't be tested outside hospital settings. He highlights the physiological mechanisms behind T3 and RT3 conversion and discusses the lack of evidence supporting RT3 testing in non-critical situations. Dr. Kundlas clarifies the misconceptions and shares expert recommendations against RT3 testing in outpatient practices.
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Understanding Reverse T3: Why It Shouldn't Be Tested in Outpatient Settings Dr. Kulmeet Kundlas addresses common questions about reverse T3, explaining its role in thyroid function and why it shouldn't be tested outside hospital settings. He highlights the physiological mechanisms behind T3 and RT3 conversion and discusses the lack of evidence supporting RT3 testing in non-critical situations. Dr. Kundlas clarifies the misconceptions and shares expert recommendations against RT3 testing in outpatient practices.
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