Function of the stomach. 1  The stomach is J-shaped and it can expand to temporarily store food. 2  Partial digestion of the food takes place here. 3  The stomach releases acids and enzymes for the chemical breakdown of food. 4  The stomach releases food into the small intestine in a controlled and regulated manner.
Your doctor is 100% correct. You should continue taking your thyroid medicine that day like you always do. When you get your thyroid test, they are seeing if your hormones are within normal limits on the amout of medicine you're on. If not, they will adjust the dosage (mg) amount of your medication.ink below about testing and taking morning meds. Link states Blood Tests1 If you take thyroid supplement medication on the day of your blood test, you should wait until after the blood has been drawn so as to avoid any test interference.
However, if the main reason for your doctor's appointment is to check for or monitor high blood pressure, you should use the toilet before your test to empty your bladder, and avoid eating, drinking caffeinated beverages and smoking for one hour before your test.ecause some medications â such as over-the-counter cold medicines, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs), antidepressants, birth control pills and others â can affect your blood pressure, it's a good idea to take a list of medications and supplements you use to your doctor's appointment.