Thyroid Antibody Test
Our thyroid antibody test will provide a complete picture of your thyroid hormones and screen for antibodies that can indicate thyroid damage.
What does it measure?
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH),
Free Thyroxine (FT4),
Free Triiodothyronine (FT3),
Thyroglobulin Antibodies (TGAB) and
Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (TPO/TPEX)
Collection Methods
Finger Prick
Our thyroid antibody test will provide insights into your thyroid health by looking at key hormones including thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), free thyroxine (FT4), free triiodothyronine (FT3), TGAB, and TPEX. The presence of TGAB or TPEX antibodies can indicate thyroid damage which can include autoimmune disorders.
Up to 6% of those with thyroid disease are unaware of their condition
Source: American Thyroid Association
About this test
About this test
When to test
You should consider getting tested if you:
Have symptoms of an overactive thyroid
Have symptoms of an underactive thyroid
Have a family history of thyroid conditions
Have an autoimmune condition such as celiac disease or type 1 diabetes
The sample must be collected in the morning, on Monday-Friday, and returned on the same day.
Symptoms
Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid) occurs when the thyroid gland is not producing a sufficient level of thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3).Symptoms of an underactive thyroid can include:
Weight gain
Fatigue or feeling tired all the time
Slow pulse or heart rate
Hair loss or thinning
Poor tolerance of the cold
Depression
Dry, coarse or thickened skin
Constipation
Hand tingling or pain (carpal tunnel syndrome)
Irregular period or low sex drive
Muscle cramps
Impaired memory
Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid) occurs when the thyroid gland produces an excessive level of thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3).Symptoms of an overactive thyroid can include:
Weight loss
Fatigue or feeling tired all the time
Increase or rapid heart rate
Tremors (usually in the hands)
Heat intolerance or excessive sweating
Difficulty sleeping
Excessive sweating or fever
Frequent bowel movements or diarrhoea
Anxiety
Irregular period
Low sex drive
Enlarged thyroid gland (goiter)
Eye condition related to hyperthyroidism
What's measured
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), also known as thyrotropin, is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland of the brain. The release of TSH stimulates the thyroid gland to produce thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). These hormones regulate the body’s metabolism.
Free Thyroxine (FT4)
Free thyroxine (FT4) is the biologically active form of thyroxine, a hormone produced in the thyroid gland to regulate your metabolism. FT4 is not bound to proteins and is available for use by the tissues of the body. Raised FT4 levels can indicate an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), low FT4 levels can indicate an under active thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Free Triiodothyronine (FT3)
Free triiodothyronine (FT3) is one of two major hormones produced by the thyroid gland. FT3 is more biologically active than thyroxine (T4) and is required to regulate metabolism. FT3 is produced directly by the thyroid gland, and through the conversion of T4 to T3 in other cells of the body.
Thyroglobulin Antibodies (TGAB)
TGAB is an antibody which can indicate thyroid damage caused by an autoimmune disorder.
Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (TPO/TPEX)
TPEX is an antibody which can indicate thyroid damage caused by an autoimmune disorder.
With over 10 million tests taken, the reviews are in
Super easy, got my results the day the lab received the sample. I knew something wasn't right w/my thyroid & now I don't have to beg a dr to take the labs b/c I already have them.
Very fast delivery, easy to use and the response came back quickly. I share with my physician to help improve my thyroid prescription. Will definitely order again in the future.
...quick way to get peace of mind about my thyroid...nice to know I’m fine. All tests came back normal the very next day...
I would do it again! by using the thyroid kit I was finally able to show the doctor and that something wasn’t right because they kept refusing to run certain tests for me.
...I love the fact that I can get my thyroid checked regularly at a cheaper rate than going to a doctors office. Appreciate a call from a nurse...Excellent service! I would rate 10 stars if I could!
Extended thyroid test now I have proof to take to Dr...I did have phone call from company and missed it to discuss results, l am happy with test...
The Thyroid test was painless and very easy to do...The test included everything you need...was happy with the experience overall :)
...I was wanting extra thyroid testing done...The instructions were easy to follow, the sample was easy to collect. And I got my results FAST! I will recommend them to others.
I got the full thyroid panel done...lovely nurse Ann rang me to discuss my results and to go through what each one meant. She really took her time and did not rush me. Great overall experience.
How it works
Collect your sample
Activate your test and collect your sample in the morning. Return your sample on the same day, using the prepaid shipping label provided.
Review accurate results
Once your sample arrives in the laboratory, confidential lab results will be available from your secure online account within 2 to 5 days.
Get medical support
Our dedicated clinical team are here to support you and may call you to explain your results and provide guidance on your next steps.
A team you can trust
Meet your dedicated, at-home clinical team. Our team of 30+ experts is here to help guide you on your health journey.
Dr. Robert Mordkin
Chief Medical Officer
Kristin O'Connor
Nurse Manager
Jennifer Patykiewicz
Clinical Pharmacist
Rick Aguayo
Nurse Practitioner
Tiffany Liles
Nurse Practitioner
Still have questions?
Here are some questions we usually get about LetsGetChecked. If you would like yours answered, please contact us ›
This thyroid antibody test is for anyone who has symptoms of hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, has a family history of thyroid disease, has an autoimmune disorder or takes performance enhancing substances.
Activating the test connects you to the unique alphanumeric barcode within your LetsGetChecked sample collection kit. The laboratory cannot process your sample if the test is not activated and linked to you. You should only activate your test when you are ready to take your sample.
Yes. LetsGetChecked has a team of board-certified physicians who will review your order and results and have created detailed result breakdowns for your testing journey.
Our clinical team is on standby throughout the testing process and, if your test results are abnormal, you may receive a call to discuss your results and next steps.
Please ensure that the sample is collected in the morning, on a Monday-Friday, and returned immediately using the carrier method provided within the sample collection kit. It is not usually necessary to fast for this test, although sometimes not fasting can have a small impact on TSH levels. Talk to your healthcare provider about what is best for you. Each of our health tests includes a prepaid shipping envelope to return your samples to the laboratory.
Please do not collect or return samples on a Saturday or Sunday.
Keeping your personal data secure is important to us. We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure security and confidentiality of your information, and only share your information where required to deliver our products and services or where we have a legal basis to do so. All samples are disposed of following analysis.
Your samples are processed in the same labs used by primary care providers, hospitals and government programs.
LetsGetChecked laboratories are CLIA approved and CAP-accredited, which are the highest levels of accreditation.
Sample collection kits are manufactured within our ISO 13485 certified facility, the highest level of accreditation for medical devices.
We don't accept insurance at this time. We work to keep our tests as affordable as possible and our test costs are generally lower than the costs incurred from a trip to a healthcare provider.
We accept many Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) cards. They can be used in the same way that a debit or credit card would be used at checkout.
Compare our range
| Tested for | Thyroid TestTHY | MOST POPULAR Thyroid Antibody TestTHYAN |
|---|---|---|
| Thyroid Stimulating Hormone | ||
| Free Thyroxine | ||
| Free Triiodothyronine | ||
| Thyroglobulin Antibodies | ||
| Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies | ||
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