What is a TSH test for thyroid function?

The Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) test measures the amount of circulating TSH to understand your overall thyroid health. TSH is a hormone that stimulates the thyroid gland to produce T3 and T4 hormones, which work together to regulate your body’s energy usage. They also play an important role in: Controlling body weight Temperature Strength Digestion The nervous system

How to read thyroid TSH results?

Usually, when your TSH results are higher than the normal range, it can mean your thyroid activity is low. Consequently, if your TSH results are low, it could mean your thyroid is hyperactive. T3 and T4 results can determine if you're suffering from a particular illness, which your doctor can explain in major detail.

Who should get their TSH tested?

People experiencing symptoms of hypothyroidism should get tested, these symptoms are: Fatigue Weight gain Dry skin and hair Constipation Muscle weakness Trouble concentrating Also, people experiencing symptoms of hyperthyroidism: Increased heart rate Weight loss Fatigue Nervousness Heat intolerance If you are starting a new medication or undergoing treatment for a thyroid condition, talk with your doctor about getting a TSH test.

What are the implications of abnormal thyroid TSH testing results?

Abnormal thyroid TSH test results can be a symptom of an overactive or underactive thyroid, which may require further evaluation and possibly treatment. Abnormal thyroid TSH levels can have serious implications for your health and well-being if left untreated. They can affect your metabolism and your whole body’s function.

Do I need to visit a doctor?

Nope. You don't need a doctor's visit to get a test with us.

How do I get my results?

You'll get your results via email as soon as they are available. We will notify you via SMS as well. You can also see them at any time in the future right in your dashboard where you can easily share them with your professional and compare them side by side with future tests.

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The Thyroid Panel with TSH, a thyroid blood test, measures thyroid function, which plays an important role in regulating your metabolism and your body's "thermostat". Physicians use this thyroid blood test to diagnose both hyper and hypothyroidism (over and underactive thyroid disease). Significant deviations from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician after the results of thyroid blood test are analyzed.

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FAQ

What is a TSH test for thyroid function?
The Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) test measures the amount of circulating TSH to understand your overall thyroid health. TSH is a hormone that stimulates the thyroid gland to produce T3 and T4 hormones, which work together to regulate your body’s energy usage. They also play an important role in:
- Controlling body weight
- Temperature
- Strength
- Digestion
- The nervous system
How to read thyroid TSH results?

Usually, when your TSH results are higher than the normal range, it can mean your thyroid activity is low. Consequently, if your TSH results are low, it could mean your thyroid is hyperactive. T3 and T4 results can determine if you're suffering from a particular illness, which your doctor can explain in major detail.
Who should get their TSH tested?
People experiencing symptoms of hypothyroidism should get tested, these symptoms are:
- Fatigue
- Weight gain
- Dry skin and hair
- Constipation
- Muscle weakness
- Trouble concentrating
Also, people experiencing symptoms of hyperthyroidism:
- Increased heart rate
- Weight loss
- Fatigue
- Nervousness
- Heat intolerance
If you are starting a new medication or undergoing treatment for a thyroid condition, talk with your doctor about getting a TSH test.
What are the implications of abnormal thyroid TSH testing results?

Abnormal thyroid TSH test results can be a symptom of an overactive or underactive thyroid, which may require further evaluation and possibly treatment. Abnormal thyroid TSH levels can have serious implications for your health and well-being if left untreated. They can affect your metabolism and your whole body’s function.
Do I need to visit a doctor?

Nope. You don't need a doctor's visit to get a test with us.
How do I get my results?

You'll get your results via email as soon as they are available. We will notify you via SMS as well. You can also see them at any time in the future right in your dashboard where you can easily share them with your professional and compare them side by side with future tests.
Does my lab prescription expire?

We're the only lab that honors your lab order forever.