| Sample Type | BLOOD |
|---|---|
| Reporting TAT | Within 24 Hours |
| Facility | Home Collection Available |
THYROID PROFILE FREE
₹800.00
Thyroid Profile Free
A Free Thyroid Profile measures the unbound (free) forms of thyroid hormones in the blood, specifically free T4 (FT4) and free T3 (FT3) , as well as TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) .
– Free T4 (FT4) : The unbound form of thyroxine, which is the primary hormone produced by the thyroid gland. It plays a key role in regulating metabolism.
– Free T3 (FT3) : The active form of triiodothyronine, which is derived from T4 and is responsible for the effects on metabolism, growth, and body temperature.
– TSH : A hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates the thyroid to release T3 and T4.
This profile helps assess thyroid function by measuring the hormones that are available to tissues, as opposed to total T4 or T3, which includes both bound and free hormone forms.
A Free Thyroid Profile is often used to:
– Diagnose hypothyroidism (low thyroid function) or hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid).
– Evaluate thyroid disorders such as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis or Graves’ disease .
– Monitor treatment in individuals on thyroid hormone replacement or antithyroid medications.
Free hormone levels provide a clearer picture of thyroid activity, as the bound forms are not directly available to tissues.
