Lab tests designed to evaluate how well the thyroid is functioning.
The thyroid panel includes:
- TSH
- Total T3
- Free T4
The thyroid panel helps determine if your thyroid is working properly and is used to diagnose thyroid diseases such as hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism.
Reasons to take the test:
- Tiredness
- Weakness
- Dry Skin
- Frequent menstrual periods for females
- Unexplained weight changes
- Rapid heart rate
- Nervousness
- Diarrhea
- A feeling of too much body heat
- A feeling of too much cold for the body
- Sweaty or warm, red itchy skin
How to prepare:
It is recommended to get the test completed in the morning because TSH levels can fluctuate throughout the day. You are not required to fast but you should wait at least two hours after eating. You can drink pure drinking water (without carbonation or added flavors). Do not drink any alcoholic beverages and avoid strenuous exercise for at least 24 hours prior to the test.
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