Test specifications
- Sample type
- blood
- Collection method
- at-home finger-prick or venous draw at clinic or nurse home visit
- Turnaround time
- 1 day
- Biomarkers tested
- 15
- At-home test
- Yes
- Doctor reviewed
- Yes
- Gender focus
- Both
What's tested
14 biomarkers as listed by Blue Horizon Medicals, of 15 in total.
Autoimmunity
- Thyroglobulin antibodies
- Thyroid peroxidase antibodies
- Iron (Fe)
- Total and Active Vitamin B12
- TT4
About this test
A comprehensive thyroid profile with benefits The Complete Thyroid Plus Iron and Vitamins looks in detail at your thyroid gland via the classically tested components of thyroid function found in the Thyroid Premium Gold profile, - now with Active Vitamin B12 as well as Total B12 - but also with added Iron, TIBC, CRP and Cortisol. It is widely reported that high cortisol levels can affect thyroid function, and vice versa.
Is this blood test for you?
Do you want to find out more about your thyroid health? Do you have symptoms affecting your mood, energy levels, skin and hair quality? Do you feel you are suffering from extreme anxiety or are under considerable stress? Is your heart racing? Are you gaining weight? Do you need to monitor your treatment regime? If you're looking for an essential thyroid check but would like even more detail the Complete Thyroid Plus Iron and Vitamins profile is the profile of choice.
Blood will need to be taken between 8am and 10am for a more reliable or useful measurement of Cortisol in particular.
Description provided by Blue Horizon Medicals.
