Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) is produced and secreted by the pituitary gland and stimulates the thyroid to make T3 and T4. When TSH is elevated, low thyroid function may be indicated. When TSH is low, it is indicative of high thyroid function. TSH is used as a first line screening tool to assess thyroid disease; however, is best utilized when evaluated in conjuction with other thyroid markers such as T3, T4, thyroid antibodies, etc. Additionally, health care providers check TSH to monitor disease progression and treatment. Fasting is not required for this test. Take all medications as prescribed.

Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) is produced and secreted by the pituitary gland and stimulates the thyroid to make T3 and T4. When TSH is elevated, low thyroid function may be indicated. When TSH is low, it is indicative of high thyroid function. TSH is used as a first line screening tool to assess thyroid disease; however, is best utilized when evaluated in conjuction with other thyroid markers such as T3, T4, thyroid antibodies, etc. Additionally, health care providers check TSH to monitor disease progression and treatment. Fasting is not required for this test. Take all medications as prescribed.

This test measures thyroglobulin antibody, also known as antithyroglobulin antibody (ATA) and is often used in conjunction with the thyroid peroxidase antibody (TPO). Doctors often use these tests to help them assess thyroid function, follow treatment for thyroid disease and differentiate between autoimmune conditions of the thyroid. Antibodies to thyroglobulin can result in symptoms of low thyroid such as fatigue, weight gain, dry skin and constipation. Conditions such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and pernicious anemia often have these antibodies present. Fasting is not required for this test. Take all medications as prescribed.

Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) is produced and secreted by the pituitary gland and stimulates the thyroid to make T3 and T4. When TSH is elevated, low thyroid function may be indicated. When TSH is low, it is indicative of high thyroid function. TSH is used as a first line screening tool to assess thyroid disease; however, is best utilized when evaluated in conjuction with other thyroid markers such as T3, T4, thyroid antibodies, etc. Additionally, health care providers check TSH to monitor disease progression and treatment. Fasting is not required for this test. Take all medications as prescribed.

This test measures thyroglobulin antibody, also known as antithyroglobulin antibody (ATA) and is often used in conjunction with the thyroid peroxidase antibody (TPO). Doctors often use these tests to help them assess thyroid function, follow treatment for thyroid disease and differentiate between autoimmune conditions of the thyroid. Antibodies to thyroglobulin can result in symptoms of low thyroid such as fatigue, weight gain, dry skin and constipation. Conditions such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and pernicious anemia often have these antibodies present. Fasting is not required for this test. Take all medications as prescribed.