– Free Thyroxine (Free T4)
– TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)
The thyroid gland controls our basal metabolic rate (rate at which body uses energy during rest to maintain vital functions such as breathing and keeping warm).
Thyroid hormones determine the body’s metabolism, an increased in levels may result in:
– loss of weight
– increased appetite
– heat intolerance
– volatile temper
Low levels may cause the opposite to occur.
We recommend this test if you suffer from any of the above symptoms. TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) may be performed in cases where the FT4 is too low or too high. Should derangement be noted, please see your doctor for a formal assessment. Repeat test may be conducted to ascertain the trend, whilst additional tests may also be conducted to elucidate the cause of the derangement.