Table 2.
Comparison of hormonal dosages between breast cancer and normal control patients.
| Breast cancer (N = 15) | Control (N = 18) | |
|---|---|---|
| TSH (μI/mL) | 1.34 ± 0.60 | 2.41 ± 1.10 |
| FT4 (ng/dL) | 1.78 ± 0.20* | 0.95 ± 0.16 |
| E2 (pg/mL) | 23.80 ± 3.35 | 21.80 ± 3.29 |
Data are reported as median ± total semirange. TSH: thyroid-stimulating hormone; FT4: free thyroxine; E2: estradiol. *P < 0.05 compared with control group (Mann-Whitney test).