Thyroid Profile 1

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Thyroid Profile 1  (T3 T4 TSH)

Thyroid profile 1 measures the levels of total thyroxine T-4, total triiodothyronine T-3 and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) in blood.

What are hyper and hypothyroidism?

This test is performed to measure whether the thyroid gland is hyperactive (Hyperthyroidism) or underactive (Hypothyroidism). Hyperthyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland produces excessive hormones. This condition may cause signs and symptoms such as weight loss, irritability, sweating, and irregular heartbeats. Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland does not produce enough hormones.

This condition may cause weight gain, dry skin, constipation, feeling cold, and a slow heart rate. Your doctor may ask you to undergo this test if you exhibit any of these signs or symptoms.

Why this thyroid profile 1 is done?

The doctor may ask to get this test done if the patient is suffering from symptoms like unexplained weight loss or weight gain, fatigue, weakness, difficulty in concentrating, which are common symptoms of thyroid disorders. Sometimes, this test is performed to find out the effectiveness of the treatment. If a patient is in the treatment of artificial thyroid hormones, then the doctor prefers this test to evaluate and to check the thyroid hormone levels in the body. This helps the doctor to rule out the patient’s disease condition.

During pregnancy, T3, T4 levels may be abnormal and usually, it becomes stabilized after a period.

The Thyroid Profile Total test has the following components i.e.:- Total Thyroxine T4, Total Triiodothyronine T3, and Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone TSH.

Thyroid profile 1 test includes

1. Triiodothyronine – T3
2. Thyroxine – T4
3. Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone – TSH

Note:

• Overnight fasting is not required
• Sometimes, the doctor may advise 10 to 12 Hours fasting before the sample collection
• During pregnancy, T3, T4 levels may be abnormal and usually, it becomes stabilized after a period
• Doctor’s prescription may be needed
• The test result may vary depending on gender, age, health history, etc.
• Some drugs may affect or change the levels of T4 and TSH in the blood.
• Home Visit Collection Facility Available For Total Test Amount Above Rs999.00

Also known as thyroid test, thyroid testing, thyroid profile, thyroid test package,

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