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What the Thyroid Profile test checks
T4 (thyroxine) is the main hormone released by the gland. Much of it is converted into T3 (triiodothyronine) in the liver and other tissues, and T3 is the form that acts on cells.
A standard thyroid profile test in India measures total T3 and total T4, meaning both the hormone bound to carrier proteins and the small free part. TSH sits at the top of the chain. When thyroid hormone is low, the pituitary pushes out more TSH; when it is high, TSH drops.
Why your doctor may order it
Common reasons are tiredness, weight gain, feeling cold, hair fall, constipation, low mood or heavy periods, which can suggest an underactive thyroid. Weight loss, sweating, a fast heartbeat, shaky hands and loose motions point the other way.
A T3 T4 TSH test is also routine when planning a pregnancy, in early pregnancy, with irregular cycles or infertility, with a goitre, and as part of a yearly checkup. People on thyroid tablets have it repeated to check the dose.
How to prepare
Eat normally; no fasting is needed. Try to come in the morning, and at a similar time on later visits, since TSH runs a little higher early in the day.
If you take a thyroid tablet, ask your doctor whether the sample should be taken before that day's dose. Tell us if you take biotin or a hair, skin and nail supplement that contains it, or if you've been ill recently or are on steroids or amiodarone.
Sample type and report time
A blood sample from an arm vein in a serum tube (red or yellow cap). Reports are usually ready the same day when the sample is given by about 11 am. Families often book home sample collection for older parents.
Understanding your results
A typical adult TSH range is about 0.4 to 4.0 mIU/L, but it varies by lab, and pregnancy uses trimester-specific limits. The range printed on your report is the one that applies, because ranges vary by lab and method.
- High TSH with low T4 is the usual pattern of an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
- Low TSH with high T4 or T3 is the usual pattern of an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism).
- An abnormal TSH with normal T3 and T4 is called subclinical, and often just rechecked in 6 to 12 weeks.
Pregnancy and birth control pills raise the carrier protein, which can push total T4 up while the thyroid is normal. That's when the doctor may switch to free T3 and free T4. Your doctor reads the result with your symptoms and history.
FAQ
What is the thyroid test price at Alpha Laboratory?
It depends on whether total or free hormones are tested and whether it's part of a package such as Thyroid Check. Call or WhatsApp for the current price.
Is there a thyroid test near me in Banur?
If you're searching for a thyroid test near me in Banur, our lab on M.C. Road opens at 7 am, and we collect from homes in Banur and the nearby villages.
Is the thyroid profile the same as a T3 T4 TSH test?
Yes. Both names mean the same three-value panel.
How often should the thyroid profile be repeated?
That depends on your condition and treatment. After a dose change, doctors often recheck in about six to eight weeks.
Book at Alpha Laboratory
Bring your previous thyroid reports and the name and dose of any thyroid tablet. Call 8872524007, WhatsApp us or use the contact page to book your thyroid test.