Basic Thyroid Panel $99

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Formal Name:

Thyroid Panel with Thyroid Stimulating Hormone

Reason for Taking This Test:

If you suspect that your thyroid is not functioning properly or if you display symptoms of hypo or hyperthyroidism.

This Test is Recommended When:

You have symptoms of hypothyroidism such as weight gain, dry skin, cold intolerance, irregular menstruation, and fatigue or symptoms associated with hyperthyroidism such as increased heart rate, anxiety, weight loss, difficulty sleeping, tremors in the hands, and puffiness around dry, irritated eyes.

Test Details:

The Basic Thyroid Panel is a group of tests used to determine if the thyroid is functioning properly. The tests included in this thyroid panel measure the amount of thyroid hormones in your blood. These hormones are chemical substances that travel through the bloodstream and control or regulate your body's metabolism or how it functions and uses energy.

TSH or Thyroid Stimulating Hormone is produced by the pituitary gland and is part of the body's feedback system to maintain stable amounts of the thyroid hormones T4 and T3 in the blood. When concentrations decrease in the blood, the pituitary is stimulated to release TSH. The TSH in turn stimulates the production and release of T4 and T3 by the thyroid gland. When the system is functioning normally, thyroid production turns on and off to maintain constant blood thyroid hormone levels.

The thyroid panel includes:

*TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone or Thyrotropin) - To test for hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism and to monitor thyroid replacement therapy
*T4 or free T4 (Thyroxine) - To test for hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism
*T3 Uptake - To test for hyperthyroidism.

How is the sample collected for testing?

A blood sample is obtained by inserting a needle into a vein in the arm.

Tests available anytime without an appointment,
or if you prefer, make an appointment