Hormones Advanced and Thyroid

The most comprehensive hormone panel offered, combining the general hormone profile with insulin, full thyroid function, IGF-1, and growth hormone. Bridges the gap between hormonal and metabolic health — insulin resistance and thyroid dysfunction often present alongside hormonal imbalances and can be missed without dedicated testing.

This is the most comprehensive hormone panel available from Blood Test Perth, combining the full general hormone profile with insulin, complete thyroid function, and growth factors. It bridges the gap between hormonal and metabolic health — two systems that are deeply interconnected but rarely tested together in standard pathology panels. The thyroid component measures TSH, free T3, and free T4, providing a complete picture of thyroid hormone production and peripheral conversion. Subclinical thyroid dysfunction is remarkably common, affecting an estimated 5-10% of the adult population, and frequently presents with symptoms — weight changes, fatigue, temperature sensitivity, hair loss — that overlap with hormonal imbalances. Without testing both systems simultaneously, the underlying cause may be misidentified. Fasting insulin is a powerful metabolic marker that is not included in standard glucose testing. Insulin resistance can develop years before blood glucose becomes abnormal, and it is associated with hormonal disruption including elevated testosterone in women (PCOS pattern) and reduced testosterone in men. Detecting insulin resistance early opens a window for lifestyle intervention before progression to type 2 diabetes. The inclusion of IGF-1 and growth hormone alongside the adrenal markers (DHEA-S, cortisol) and full sex hormone panel makes this the most thorough single-panel option for evaluating the endocrine system. It is particularly well suited for individuals with complex symptoms that may involve multiple hormonal axes, those pursuing longevity optimisation, or anyone wanting to establish a comprehensive baseline before beginning any hormone-related intervention.