Thyroid Function with Antibodies Blood Test
£109
Test Overview
What is the Thyroid Function with Antibodies Blood Test?
Our Thyroid Function with Antibodies Blood Test provides a more comprehensive assessment of your thyroid health by measuring both key thyroid hormones and antibodies linked to autoimmune thyroid conditions.
This test is ideal if you:
- Are experiencing symptoms such as fatigue, weight changes, or mood fluctuations
- Have previously had abnormal thyroid results
- Want a more in-depth assessment of your thyroid health
- Suspect an autoimmune thyroid condition
It’s also suitable if you want a more detailed evaluation than a standard thyroid function test.
Your thyroid plays a vital role in regulating metabolism, energy levels, and overall body function.
This test not only measures thyroid hormone levels but also checks for thyroid antibodies, which can indicate autoimmune conditions such as:
- Hashimoto’s thyroiditis
- Graves’ disease
Autoimmune thyroid conditions can affect how your thyroid functions, sometimes even before hormone levels become abnormal.
By combining hormone and antibody testing, this test provides a more complete picture of your thyroid health and can help identify potential issues at an earlier stage.
This test measures 5 biomarkers across 2 categories:
- Thyroid (2 biomarkers)
- Free T4 (Thyroxine)
- Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
- Thyroid Antibodies (3 biomarkers)
- Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (TPO)
- Thyroglobulin Antibodies
- Thyroid Stimulating Hormone Receptor Antibodies (TRAb)
Together, these markers assess both thyroid function and potential autoimmune activity.
- You must be 18 years or over to take this test
- No fasting is required
What biomarkers do we test?
- TSH: Regulates thyroid hormone production.
- Free T4: Helps regulate metabolism and energy.
- TPO Antibodies: May indicate Hashimoto’s or autoimmune thyroid disease.
- Thyroglobulin Antibodies: Linked to autoimmune thyroid conditions.
- TRAb: May indicate autoimmune hyperthyroidism.
More Information
Thyroid disorders can present with a wide range of symptoms, including:
- Fatigue or low energy
- Weight gain or weight loss
- Anxiety or low mood
- Changes in skin, hair, or temperature sensitivity
In some cases, autoimmune thyroid conditions may be present even when hormone levels are still within a normal range.
This test helps:
- Identify potential autoimmune thyroid conditions early
- Provide a more detailed understanding of thyroid health
- Support informed decisions around further investigation or management
Please let us know prior to your appointment if any of the following:
• You have a disability
• You have any allergies that we should be aware of
• You have a medical condition that we need to be made aware of
• If you do not speak and/or read and understand English
• Anything else we should be made aware of
Do not book an appointment if either of the following apply to you:
You are under the age of 18 as we have a strict over 18 policy (We may need to ask for proof of age and ask to see ID prior to your appointment)
Please be aware:
Some people may feel dizzy and/or faint during and after their blood draw. If this has happened to you in the past, please tell the person carrying out the test so they are aware. The maximum attempts that are permitted with your consent will be two blood draw attempts. It is common to have a small amount of bruising after the procedure. This is normal and should resolve after a few days. However, if the area becomes red or swollen, please seek medical advice. Its fine to bring someone with you for support.