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As of late 2016, at most laboratories in the U.S., the official reference range for the Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) blood test runs from approximately 0.5 to 4.5/5.0. The reference range -- also sometimes called the normal range -- is an important part of the complete picture of thyroid diagnosis and treatment. In fact,the entire TSH test as diagnostic and management tool depends on this validity.
What is the Normal Size of the Thyroid Gland. The normal size, or range of size, of the thyroid gland in adults is 4 to 4.8 cm x 1.0 to 1.8 cm x 0.8 to1.6 cm. As mentioned above, the thyroid gland is one of the largest endocrine glands found in humans.The weight of this gland in neonates is about 2-3 grams.In case of adults, the normal weight of the thyroid gland should be in between 18-20 grams. The size of the thyroid gland can increase due to certain conditions like pregnancy or smoking frequently.These conditions are not termed as abnormal.he weight of this gland in neonates is about 2-3 grams. In case of adults, the normal weight of the thyroid gland should be in between 18-20 grams. The size of the thyroid gland can increase due to certain conditions like pregnancy or smoking frequently. These conditions are not termed as abnormal.