Thyroid Profile Free: What It Detects, Normal Range
Sample Type
SERUM
Parameters
3
Report Time
4 Hrs
Fasting
No fasting required.
Overview
The Thyroid Profile Free, Serum test is a comprehensive thyroid panel that assesses the functioning of the thyroid gland by measuring Free Triiodothyronine (FT3), Free Thyroxine (FT4), and Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH). These hormones regulate metabolism, energy production, body temperature, heart rate, growth, and overall hormonal balance. This test is commonly recommended to diagnose thyroid disorders such as hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) and hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), monitor thyroid treatment, and investigate symptoms including fatigue, unexplained weight changes, hair loss, mood changes, irregular menstrual cycles, and palpitations.
What It Measures
Why Take This Test?
- To diagnose hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. To evaluate symptoms such as fatigue
- weight changes
- hair loss
- palpitations
- or temperature sensitivity. To monitor thyroid disease and treatment effectiveness. To assess thyroid function during pregnancy when clinically indicated. To investigate menstrual irregularities and fertility issues related to thyroid disorders. To support routine health screenings in individuals at risk of thyroid disease.
How to Prepare
- 1-
Description
Thyroid function test that measures Free T3, Free T4, and TSH to evaluate thyroid health, metabolism, and hormonal balance.