Category: Everyday Science | Last updated: 2026-09-18

The initial workup for a thyroid nodule includes:

A) Immediate surgery
B) TSH level and thyroid ultrasound to assess nodule characteristics and guide need for fine needle aspiration
C) CT scan
D) Radioactive iodine therapy

Explanation

Thyroid nodule workup: TSH first. If low TSH → thyroid scan (hot nodule = benign). If normal/high TSH → ultrasound (assess size, echogenicity, calcifications). FNA biopsy based on size and suspicious features.

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