Type
Blood Testing
Biomarkers
8
Duration
15 min
A thyroid function blood panel measuring TSH, free T3, free T4, and related markers to screen for hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and thyroid autoimmune conditions. No fasting required.
The thyroid function panel provides a comprehensive assessment of thyroid gland activity through a combination of hormone levels and related markers. TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) serves as the primary screening marker — elevated TSH suggests hypothyroidism while suppressed TSH points toward hyperthyroidism. Free T3 and free T4 measurements confirm the clinical significance of any TSH abnormality and help distinguish between subclinical and overt thyroid dysfunction. Thyroid conditions are among the most common endocrine disorders globally, affecting an estimated 5-10% of the adult population. Symptoms — fatigue, weight changes, mood disturbance, hair loss, temperature sensitivity — overlap heavily with general stress responses, meaning many cases remain undiagnosed for years without targeted laboratory screening. The panel is available at all four Medicare Group locations. No fasting is required, though morning draws are preferred for consistency. A 3,000 HUF sample handling fee applies. Results are delivered online within one to two business days. For more comprehensive thyroid evaluation, the Thyroid Premium panel at 42,500 HUF adds iodine and selenium measurements.
Key Details
- Fasting
- Not required
- Sample fee
- +3,000 HUF handling fee
- Results
- Online in 1-2 days
- Upgrade
- Premium panel (42,500 HUF) adds iodine + selenium
Who Is This For?
Anyone experiencing unexplained fatigue, weight changes, or mood shifts, women over 35, family history of thyroid disease, routine thyroid monitoring
What's Included
Panel Categories
Biomarkers Tested
8The active form of thyroid hormone responsible for regulating metabolism, energy, and body temperature. Free T3 is converted from T4 in tissues and is three to four times more potent than T4.
The unbound, active form of the main thyroid hormone T4. Free T4 directly reflects thyroid gland output and is used alongside TSH to diagnose and monitor thyroid disorders.
Free triiodothyronine; high levels indicate hyperthyroidism, low levels hypothyroidism.
Free thyroxine; high levels indicate hyperthyroidism, low levels hypothyroidism.
A group of proteins in blood including antibodies (immunoglobulins), transport proteins, and enzymes. Elevated globulin can indicate chronic infection, inflammation, or blood cancers. Calculated by subtracting albumin from total protein.
An inactive form of T3 produced when the body converts T4. Elevated reverse T3 can occur during illness, stress, or caloric restriction and may indicate impaired thyroid hormone activation despite normal TSH levels.
Antibodies against thyroid peroxidase, an enzyme essential for thyroid hormone production. Positive TPO antibodies indicate autoimmune thyroid disease, most commonly Hashimoto's thyroiditis, even before symptoms or TSH changes appear.
The primary screening test for thyroid function. TSH is produced by the pituitary gland to regulate thyroid hormone production. High TSH indicates an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism), while low TSH suggests an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism).
- Category
- Diagnostic
- Duration
- 15 min