Free Thyroxine (ft4)
Also known as Ft4 ft4 ft4
Includes 1 parameters
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Test details
Why consider this Test?
- Assess thyroid function: This test helps determine how well your thyroid gland is functioning.
- Diagnose thyroid disorders: It is commonly used to diagnose thyroid conditions like hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) or hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid).
- Monitor treatment: If you're undergoing treatment for thyroid problems, the FT4 test can help monitor the effectiveness of medications.
Who should get this Test Done?
- For Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid): Fatigue, weight gain, depression, and sensitivity to cold.
- For Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid): Unexplained weight loss, rapid heartbeat, anxiety, and sensitivity to heat.
- To evaluate thyroid function in combination with other tests like TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) and T3 (Triiodothyronine).
- If you’re undergoing treatment for thyroid disease and your doctor wants to monitor your hormone levels.
More about test :
- Low FT4 levels: May indicate hypothyroidism, where the thyroid is not producing enough thyroid hormone.
- High FT4 levels: May indicate hyperthyroidism, where the thyroid is overactive and producing too much thyroid hormone.
About the test :
- The Free Thyroxine (FT4) test measures the level of free thyroxine in your blood. Thyroxine (T4) is a hormone produced by the thyroid gland, which plays a key role in regulating metabolism, energy production, and overall growth and development.
Preparations
No preparations needed
Test included
Free Thyroxine (ft4) parameters Includes: 1
Free Thyroxine (ft4)
₹500
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