TITLE:
Use of the “Veda-Lab Easy Reader+” for the Determination of T3, T4 and TSH Hormones in the Mountainous Population of Benin: Case of Natitingou
AUTHORS:
Pamphile Thierry Houngbo, Natacha Aivodji, Rodrigue Akotegnon, Alphonse Sezan
KEYWORDS:
Thyroid, TSH, T3, T4, “VEDALAB Easy Reader+”
JOURNAL NAME:
Advances in Bioscience and Biotechnology,
Vol.15 No.1,
January
26,
2024
ABSTRACT: The thyroid, an endocrine gland located at the base of the neck, produces
thyroid hormones (triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4)). The production of
these hormones is possible by iodine and other nutrients such as selenium and
certain vitamins. To assess the thyroid disturbances in the mountain population
of Benin, a survey was conducted in Natitingou, a mountain town located in the
department of Atacora, in the northwest of Benin, on a sample of thirty (30)
adults (15 men and 15 women), most of whom are educated. The results of the
questionnaire revealed that 43% of the surveyed population acknowledged having
knowledge on the mentioned subject and have dietary habits based on the
consumption of seafood, and also legumes (20%). The examination of the serum
results of the dosage of T3, T4 and TSH hormones revealed cases of thyroid
disturbances in the region (36.32% in men and 44.98% in women). The analysis of
a comparative table including the “VEDALAB Easy Reader+” and five (05) other
readers, presents the performance, reading techniques, principles, advantages
and disadvantages of each device. Pending further studies, some recommendations
were made at the end of this study to the academic authorities regarding
probable cases of dysthyroidism for which additional examinations are required
and an awareness for the improvement of dietary habits.