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What is the best time to screen for neonatal hypothyroidism

A
1 - 2 days after birth
B
2 - 4 days after birth
C
1 - 2 has after birth
D
2 - 4 has after birth
High-Yield Explanation
At birth, due to stress TSH level increases till 3 days(72 hours) , By 72 days ⇒ TSH becomes normal. Hence best time to screen is after 3 days i.e 2 - 4 days after birth.

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