Table 4.
Comparison of thyroid function in two groups before and after the intervention (x̅ ± sd)
| Group | Indicator | Before the intervention | After the intervention |
|---|---|---|---|
| Observation group (n=35) | TSH (mIU/L) | 1.75±0.44 | 2.36±0.49*,# |
| FT3 (pmol/L) | 4.67±0.48 | 5.36±0.50*,# | |
| FT4 (pmol/L) | 18.57±1.94 | 23.35±2.42*,# | |
| Control group (n=35) | TSH (mIU/L) | 1.78±0.52 | 2.03±0.48* |
| FT3 (pmol/L) | 4.60±0.43 | 4.87±0.54* | |
| FT4 (pmol/L) | 18.20±2.38 | 20.02±3.33* |
Note: Comparison in the same group before and after the intervention;
*
P<0.05.
Compared with the control group;
#
P<0.05.
TSH: thyroid-stimulating hormone; FT3: free triiodothyronine; FT4: free thyroxine.