Thyroid TSH Function Test
Thyroid TSH Function Test
Measures the level of TSH in your blood to help determine if your thyroid gland is functioning properly. Included with your purchase, you have the option to discuss your results with an independent physician who may be able to prescribe treatment. Read moreTest details
Sample type:
Blood
Preparation:
You do not need to do anything special to prepare for the sample collection.
Fasting is not required for this test.
$49.00
+ $6.00 Physician Service Fee
About the Test
Noticeable changes in your metabolism (weight, temperature, and energy) may be a sign or symptom that there is too much or too little TSH in your blood. If TSH levels are too high or too low, this may indicate that your thyroid is overactive (hyperthyroidism) or underactive (hypothyroidism). In either case, T4 blood levels will be evaluated, at no additional cost, to help evaluate a possible thyroid disorder (including hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism).
How it works
FAQs
About 5 percent of Americans who are 12 years old or older have hypothyroidism. Many people who have hypothyroidism are unaware.
Hypothyroidism is more common.
Currently, there is no evidence to support routine screening of your thyroid function. You may consider checking your thyroid function if you are having symptoms of a thyroid disorder or if you are at high risk for developing a thyroid disease.
If you have been diagnosed with a thyroid disorder, you may have your thyroid function checked more frequently. Consult with your healthcare provider to determine a longer-term care plan.
If you have been diagnosed with a thyroid disorder, you may have your thyroid function checked more frequently. Consult with your healthcare provider to determine a longer-term care plan.
Even if you don’t have symptoms, you may consider testing if you have the following risk factors:
• Family history of thyroid disease
• Women
• People over age 50
• Have an autoimmune disease such as type 1 diabetes
• History of thyroid surgery
• Radiation treatment for a past thyroid condition
• Recent pregnancy
• Taking medication high in iodine
• Family history of thyroid disease
• Women
• People over age 50
• Have an autoimmune disease such as type 1 diabetes
• History of thyroid surgery
• Radiation treatment for a past thyroid condition
• Recent pregnancy
• Taking medication high in iodine
You may be able to use your FSA or HSA funds to purchase lab tests at questhealth.com. Please review your FSA/HSA plan or check with a tax professional to confirm specific requirements for individual eligibility.