The advanced thyroid panel checks a number of important thyroid blood markers.
Test Type: Blood
Test Results: Typically 4 days
The advanced thyroid panel checks an advanced group of thyroid lab tests.
The advanced thyroid panel combines tests from the hypothyroidism test and the hyperthyroidism test to provide a more general thyroid health screen. Advanced thyroid screening might be done if someone wants a snapshot of their thyroid health without necessarily having specific concerns about an underactive or overactive thyroid gland. Specifically, the advanced thyroid blood panel includes the free T3 test, free T4 test, thyroid peroxidase (TPO) antibody test, total T3 test, total T4 test, and TSH test. These tests were selected to check for a poorly stimulated thyroid gland, malfunctioning thyroid hormone production processes, and evidence that the immune system might be attacking the thyroid gland.
To get an advanced thyroid blood panel near you, simply order online and get your labs drawn at a local lab. Once your advanced thyroid panel lab results are ready, they will be available for download. As can be seen on the sample advanced thyroid lab results above, the individual components of the advanced thyroid panel test are reported as numerical values and can be compared against the reference range provided by the lab.
For an even more detailed thyroid test panel, please see the comprehensive thyroid panel.
What does the advanced thyroid panel test for?
The advanced thyroid panel measures the free & total T3, free & total T4, TPO antibody, and TSH blood levels.
Why is the advanced thyroid panel important?
The advanced thyroid panel provides a more advanced look at thyroid health.
Do I need to fast to take this test?
Fasting is not necessary.
How long does it take to get test results?
It typically takes 4 business days or less.