Thyroid hormone test
Thyroid test
How does the blood test take place?
- Thyroid test that measures three different thyroid hormones.
- Analysis of the thyroid hormones T3, T4 and TSH.
- Gives you insight into a possible imbalance of your thyroid hormones.
- Identifies whether you have an underactive or overactive thyroid.
Before the test
During treatment with Levaxin, any morning dose should be taken after sampling. Read more here.
Information
In this thyroid test, the thyroid hormones T3, T4 and TSH are analyzed. The test is recommended for those who experience symptoms that may be related to an imbalance in the thyroid hormones. Thyroid disorders are common and can cause many different symptoms, such as fatigue, weight gain, heart palpitations, and hair loss. Over 500,000 Swedes have a thyroid gland that does not function optimally. Scheduling a thyroid test can help rule out thyroid disorders as the cause of poor health. T3, T4 and TSH are all thyroid hormones that are analyzed to examine the function of the thyroid gland.
The thyroid hormones T3, T4 and TSH
T3, or triiodothyronine, is a hormone produced by the thyroid gland. T3 plays a central role in the regulation of metabolism in the body by influencing 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.
Symptoms of thyroid disorders?
Symptoms of thyroid disorders can vary widely and are sometimes confused with other health issues. Therefore, it is important to analyze the thyroid hormones T3, T4, and TSH to evaluate the thyroid's function. Your values can reveal any deviations and be the key to improving your health condition and quality of life. Your thyroid hormones play a central role in regulating metabolism in the body. Imbalances in these hormones can affect how much energy the body uses and thus impact your metabolism, energy levels, and much more.
Who is recommended for the thyroid test?
The test is recommended for those experiencing symptoms that may be linked to thyroid disorders or for those who wish to rule out any thyroid-related issues as the cause of a specific health condition.
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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