Thyroxine - Total (T4) - Serum

Test Instructions

Total parameters available: 1

Parameter Names:

• Thyroxine - Total (T4) - Serum

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

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

Total T4 test is conducted to evaluate thyroid gland function; diagnose hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism; to screen for hypothyroidism in new-borns.

What is this test

Total T4 test is used to diagnose hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism. Total T4 is a hormone produced by the thyroid gland.