"Thyroid examination" profile. Standard
The profile includes the following tests:
- TTH (thyroid hormone) ultrasensitive
- T4 (thyroxine) free
- Anti-TPO (antibodies to microsomal thyroperoxidase)
The "Thyroid Examination" profile helps to detect thyroid disorders and to monitor the effectiveness of treatment.
"Standard"
- TTH is a hormone that regulates the function of the thyroid gland. It directly affects the performance of the gland.
- T4 free is the main hormone that is produced in the thyroid gland which indicates whether the gland is working well enough.
- Anti-TPO are substances that damage the enzyme that is needed to produce thyroid hormones
"Complete"
- T3 free is one of the thyroid hormones
- Anti-TH are substances that destroy the main component from which thyroid hormones are made.