This Test Includes
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone - TSH
Triiodothyronine Free (FT3) - Serum
Thyroxine - Free (FT4) - Serum
Test Instructions
Total parameters available: 3
Parameter Names:
- FT3
- FT4
- TSH
Test Instructions/Precautions:
- Alcohol: Please abstain from alcohol before the test
- Medication :Any pre-existing medication should only be stopped after consultation with the referring Physician
- Fluids Allowed : Water only
Reports
Soft Copy (Portal/Email) : If the sample is collected before 12 noon then the report will get delivered as per Reporting Time / Maximum TAT (Turn Around Time) indicated with the test. For samples collected after 12 Noon, 12 hours may be added to the Report Turn Around TimeHard Copy : Delivered at home upon request. A small convenience fee may apply.
Why it is Done
It includes the measurement of your free T3, free T4 and TSH. You should get this test done if you have symptoms of decreased thyroid activity like weight gain, constipation or cold intolerance or symptoms of increased thyroid activity like weight loss, anxiety, palpitations. You should definitely get this test done during infertility work up or during pregnancy.
What is this test
Free Thyroid Profile is a panel of tests that are required to diagnose a thyroid disorder.