Thyroid Profile (T3,T4,TSH)

Thyroid function tests are the biochemical tests for the diagnosis of thyroid disorders. This test help evaluate thyroid gland function. The test panel consists of various tests which may be used individually or as a combination for diagnosing and monitoring thyroid diseases. The first line tests included are serum TSH, total T4 or free T4, and total T3 and free T3. The thyroid gland produces two major hormones: triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4). Thyroid function tests are done when there are symptoms of hypothyroidism (such as weight gain, depression and lack of energy etc) and hyperthyroidism (such as weight loss, anxiety and tremors etc).

When there are signs and symptoms ofáhypo or hyperthyroidism.