2.5. Follow‐up

After completion of SRT, the recommended follow‐up schedule included physical examination and evaluation of blood glucose concentration at 2 weeks and 4 weeks, and assessment of a serum thyroid panel at 4 weeks including total T4 and TSH performed through CSU Diagnostic Laboratory, IDEXX Laboratories (Westbrook, ME) or Antech Diagnostics (Fountain Valley, CA). Blood glucose monitoring at home with a glucometer calibrated for cats and adjusting insulin dose as necessary was recommended, under the guidance of the primary care veterinarian or veterinary specialist. It was recommended that any change in neurologic status or appetite should be investigated immediately by the referring veterinarian or veterinary specialist.