Analyse the function of your thyroid gland. Check your levels of Thyroid Stimulating Hormone and Free T4. Low thyroid affects over 2% of our population and over 13% of women over 60 causing fatigue, weight gain, thinning hair and depression.
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Analyse the function of your thyroid gland.
Check your levels of Thyroid Stimulating Hormone and Free T4.
Low thyroid affects over 2% of our population and over 13% of women over 60 causing fatigue, weight gain, thinning hair and depression.
It is notoriously difficult to diagnose thyroid problems without a blood test.
This test works as well with a finger prick sample as with a phlebotomy sample.
This profile checks the function of your thyroid gland.
Thyroid disorders are common but are notoriously difficult to diagnose without a blood test.
It will give you a good indication as to whether your thyroid is functioning normally or not by checking your levels of Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) and Free T4 (FT4).
These tests are mainly used to see whether or not you have an underactive thyroid gland (Hypothyroidism) or an overactive one (Hyperthyroidism) which can lead to tiredness, mood problems and weight issues.
This test is best taken if you have symptoms of hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) or hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid).
Signs of hypothyroidism can include tiredness, dry skin, thinning hair, weight gain, intolerance of cold, heavy periods, reduced fertility, memory loss, poor concentration and depression.
Symptoms of hyperthyroidism include unexplained weight gain/loss, sweating, tremors, heat sensitivity and loss of libido. It is more likely to occur with age-particularly over the age of 60-and among women.
Hypothyroidism is much more likely to occur with older age with over 13% of women over 60 with it. It is also more commone among pregnant women.
People with certain conditions are also much more likely to develop thyroid problems and should get tested regularly, this includes:
This test works well with a finger prick sample as well as with a phlebotomy sample
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Get detailed insights into your thyroid function, including antibodies and nutrients essential for optimal thyroid health.
Thyroid antibody testing will provide a complete picture of your thyroid health. Collect your sample at home and get fast online lab results in 2 to 5 days.
