With this service you will receive a home finger prick test. A comprehensive analysis of your levels of key thyroid hormones and antibodies to give a greater picture into the health of your thyroid.
The thyroid is a small gland that is located towards the lower front of your neck. The thyroid secretes hormones which are important in regulating many processes within the body including growth, development, metabolism, body temperature and heart rate. The two main hormones produced by the thyroid are triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4). If for any reason, the thyroid gland fails to produce sufficient amounts of these hormones you may experience symptoms associated with a thyroid disorder known as 'hypothyroidism'. This may include one of more of the following:
However, if your thyroid gland is producing too much T3 or T4 you may experience symptoms associated with a thyroid disorder known as 'hyperthyroidism'. This may include one of more of the following:
This package is perfect for those seeking a thorough investigation into their symptoms and goes beyond just assessing basic thyroid function. In addition to the tests included in our basic thyroid function package; thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), free T3 (FT3) and free T4 (FT4), it also tests for antibodies against the thyroid (thyroid peroxidase antibodies and thyroglobulin antibodies). The presence of these antibodies can help diagnose if an autoimmune disease is the cause of your symptoms. Iron status is also investigated as this may be reduced if you have a thyroid disorder.
We send you an easy-to-use kit to collect your blood sample.
Post your sample to our lab in the prepaid envelope provided.
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