HomeLab TestThyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
Overview
The thyroid gland, located in the lower neck, regulates body weight, temperature, metabolism, and mood through thyroid hormones. A TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) blood test diagnoses thyroid function, measuring how well the pituitary gland sign...
Risk assessment
Hyperthyroidism, Hypothyroidism, Grave’s disease, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis
Ranges
Age Reference Range:
- Day of birth 3.84–11.75 mU/l
- 1 month 1.18–3.57 mU/l
- 1 year 1.17–3.55 mU/l 5 years
- 1.15–3.47 mU/l
- 12 years 1.09–3.31 mU/l
- ...
Test result interpretation
Interpretation:
- Low TSH levels: This can indicate that the thyroid is overactive (hyperthyroidism), where the thyroid produces too much hormone, leading to a decrease in TSH production from the pitu...
Sample types
Sample Type:
- Blood sample: Typically drawn from a vein in your arm.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the symptoms of high TSH levels?
Can high TSH cause weight gain?
Is high TSH good or bad?
How frequently should you take this test?
What should I eat if my TSH is high?
What is the purpose of TSH?
Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
Assessing Thyroid Function for Comprehensive Metabolic Health Insight
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Sample Type:
blood
Fasting Required:
No
Description
TSH is a hormone that acts as a messenger to the thyroid gland. When released by the pituitary gland—a small gland located at the base of the brain—TSH stimulates the thyroid to produce more thyroid hormone. A high TSH suggests your thyroid is underactive ( hypothyroid) and not doing its job of producing enough thyroid hormone.