Thyroid Function Tests

Thyroid blood test

  • Monitor progression of a thyroid condition
  • Track the efficacy of existing medication
  • Get to the bottom of hormone-related symptoms
Pricing £95
Type of sample taken Blood
Turnaround time 4 - 12 hours
 
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Our London clinics are available for routine thyroid testing as well as investigating thyroid-related symptoms. Thyroid function is connected to many aspects of your health so don't delay.

The thyroid is an endocrine gl& located in your neck, beneath the ‘Adam’s apple’. The hormones produced by the thyroid are vital to regulating overall energy levels & metabolism. When your thyroid hormone levels are off-balance, a wide range of destabilising symptoms can manifest.

Our thyroid function tests check your blood levels of thyroid (thyroxine & triiodothyronine) & thyroid-stimulating hormones (TSH). Thyroid disorders are much more common in women than in men, with conditions such as hypothyroid or hyperthyroid (underactive or overactive) thyroid being common.

Other forms of thyroid dysfunction include:

  • Graves’ Disease
  • Goitre
  • Nodules
  • Thyroid cancer
  • Hashimoto’s Disease (an autoimmune disease of the thyroid which often leads to hypothyroidism)

Our clinic offers thyroid function tests with same-day results for the main profile, & a 3-day turnaround for the thyroid antibodies screen. To book an appointment, get in touch today.

When should I get tested?

Thyroid testing is recommended for all women over the age of 30, but symptoms can develop earlier. In general, if you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, or if you have a family history of thyroid disorder, you should speak to a doctor about thyroid testing.

The symptoms of an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) include:

  • nervousness, mood swings, anxiety, irritability
  • sudden or unexplained weight loss
  • palpitations
  • fatigue
  • excess energy
  • infertility or irregular menstruation
  • diarrhoea
  • heat sensitivity
  • swollen neck (caused by thyroid gland enlargement)

The symptoms of an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) include:

  • low energy
  • weight gain
  • depression
  • sensitivity to cold
  • infertility or irregular periods
  • dry, scaly skin
  • muscle aches & pains

What does the test include

The thyroid function test is a simple blood test.

What to Expect

Step 1

Preparing for test

Please arrive for your blood test well-hydrated.
 
Step 2

During the test

A small sample of blood will be taken from your inner arm, near the elbow. This is a relatively painless procedure; you may feel a slight pricking sensation.
 
Step 3

Results

Your results will be emailed as soon as they come in, & if one of our doctors recommended the test, you will receive a call from them directly. If your test was recommended by your own doctor, you can take your results to them, or book another consultation with us.