Is TSH 3 5.96 high, normal or dangerous? What does Thyroid stimulating hormone level 5.96 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: December 18, 2025

Your TSH 3 level of 5.96 is a High TSH 3 level.

High TSH 3 levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 0.55 uIU/mL and 4.78 uIU/mL. If your levels are outside this range, it's important to speak with a healthcare provider. Consulting a doctor is recommended to determine the cause and appropriate next steps.

The normal TSH 3 range for men is :0.55 - 4.78 uIU/mL

Ideal values of TSH 3 depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal TSH 3 value
<5 years	0.583
5-10 years	0.618
10-15 years	0.655
15-20 years	0.694
20-25 years	0.735
25-30 years	0.779
30-35 years	0.825
35-40 years	0.874
40-45 years	0.926
45-50 years	0.981
50-55 years	1.039
55-60 years	1.101
60-70 years	1.167
70-80 years	1.237
80-90 years	1.311
90-100 years	1.389
>100 years	1.472

*Ideal values are calculated based on our database of patient records

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Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease TSH 3 levels include:

• Liver disease
• Autoimmune disease
• A non-functioning thyroid gland
• Thyroiditis
• Diabetes

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Normal range of TSH 3 found among women :0.55-4.78 uIU/mL

Ideal values of TSH 3 depending on age (female) :

Age	Ideal TSH 3 value
<5 years	0.584
5-10 years	0.62
10-15 years	0.658
15-20 years	0.698
20-25 years	0.741
25-30 years	0.786
30-35 years	0.834
35-40 years	0.885
40-45 years	0.939
45-50 years	0.997
50-55 years	1.058
55-60 years	1.123
60-70 years	1.192
70-80 years	1.265
80-90 years	1.343
90-100 years	1.425
>100 years	1.512

If you take a TSH 3 blood test and the results are not in the normal range (0.55-4.78 uIU/mL), your physician may recommend more tests to figure out the problem. You might also get this test if your physician thinks you have some other disease.

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How the TSH 3 Test Is Done :

When your doctor orders a TSH 3 test, it involves a straightforward blood draw to measure your TSH 3 levels. A pathologist or lab technician will take a small sample of blood from a vein using a needle. Your TSH 3 test results are usually available within a few hours.

Medical References

• MedlinePlus – TSH (Thyroid-stimulating hormone) Test
• Cleveland Clinic – TSH (Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone) Levels: Symptoms
• Mayo Clinic – Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) - Diagnosis and treatment
• NIH – Thyroid Tests
• NIH – How to interpret thyroid function tests