Thyroid hormone test - Extended
Thyroid test plus
How does the blood test take place?
- Measures your levels of the thyroid hormones T3, T4 and TSH.
- Analysis of TPO antibodies (thyroperoxidase antibodies).
- Analysis of TRAK thyroid-stimulating hormone receptor antibodies.
Before the test
During treatment with Levaxin, any morning dose should be taken after sampling. Read more here.
Information
Extended thyroid test that also includes analysis of the antibodies TPO (thyroid peroxidase antibodies) and TRAK (receptor antibodies). The test is suitable for those who experience symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, palpitations, and hair loss which can be caused by an imbalance in the thyroid hormones. The analysis of TRAK and TPO is carried out in conjunction with other thyroid hormones (T3, T4 and TSH) in order to gain an increased understanding of what causes problems with the thyroid gland and to follow up or identify an autoimmune disease in the thyroid gland such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis
Thyroid markers analyzed in the test
T3, or triiodothyronine, is a hormone produced by the thyroid gland. T3 plays a central role in regulating the body's metabolism by affecting how much energy the body uses.
T4, or thyroxine, is another hormone produced by the thyroid gland. T4 is involved in the regulation of metabolism and affects how much energy the body uses.
TSH, or thyroid-stimulating hormone, is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland, a gland in the brain. TSH plays an important role in the regulation of thyroid function by signaling to the thyroid gland to produce more or less of its hormones.
TRAK, or thyroid-stimulating hormone receptor antibodies, are formed in the body against the receptors for TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone). Analyzed to diagnose and monitor autoimmune diseases such as hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, Graves' disease (a form of hyperthyroidism)
TPO antibodies (thyroperoxidase antibodies) are antibodies that are formed against the enzyme thyroperoxidase (TPO) in the thyroid gland and are analyzed to identify if there is any autoimmune thyroid disease, such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
Information
Hormones are substances that control processes in the body and are produced in special glands and cells in the body.
Health Markers
T3 Free
T4 Free
TSH
It is important that you follow the specific instructions regarding fasting, time of sampling and any medications before you leave your sample. If there are specific indications for your test, you will find them above in the yellow information box. If you follow the steps below, you will be well prepared regardless of which test your sampling is for:
- Fasting for 10 hours before sampling.
- Leave the test before 10:00 in the morning.
- Rest for 15 minutes in place on the sampling unit.
- Bring valid identification.
The referral is available digitally at the sampling unit. Here you can read our guidelines for leaving samples.
Find the nearest test location
How does it work?
Master your health - three easy steps
1. Order a health check
Choose a health check or create your own by adding optional health tests to your cart. An e-referral is created and sent digitally to the sampling unit you have chosen.
2. Leave the blood sample
Immediately after completing the purchase and receiving the order confirmation, you can leave samples at the selected reception. Your referral is valid for 5 months.
3. Results with medical assessment
You will receive your test answers within 1-5 working days. The test results are displayed continuously after each completed analysis. When all the test results have been reported, you will receive an overall assessment by a doctor - valid when purchasing a health check.
Why Testmottagningen.se?
With us you always get:
Qualitative analysis
To offer you the highest possible quality and service we collaborate with accredited laboratories and trained healthcare personnel.
Lowest possible price
Our vision is that as many people as possible should have the opportunity to improve their health. That's why we always strive to keep prices low.
Your needs – your choice
With us, you can always choose freely among all our health markers and design your own personal health check based on your needs.
Quick test results – reviewed by doctors
Within 1-5 working days you will receive your test results, these are reviewed and assessed by a doctor. In the event of significantly deviating test answers, you will be called. You can also make an appointment with a doctor for a personal review.
Put the health tests or health checks you want to buy in the shopping cart then go to checkout and choose the payment option that suits you. After completed payment you will receive an order confirmation and your referral will be sent electronically to the sampling unit you have chosen and will be ready for your visit.
Read moreWe collaborate with Sweden's leading laboratories, Unilabs, Karolinska and Synlab, as well as sampling clinics at Encia so that you as a customer get the highest possible quality. This is where you go for sampling performed by their experienced staff. The analysis is performed by authorized personnel at Unilabs, Synlab and Karolinska.
Read moreTo create your own referral select the specific markers you want to test for in the shopping cart. When you complete your purchase, a separate referral is created based on your choices.
Read moreIt usually takes 1-5 working days to get your test results, these are sent to you continuously as the analysis is done. The doctors comment will appear in the final report when all test results have been received.
Read moreNo, blood tests do not replace contact with the healthcare system, which together with medical history, clinical examinations and possible blood tests can make a diagnosis.
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