About Our Thyroid Total T4
Overview
T4 is a hormone produced in the thyroid gland. This test measures the amount of T4 that is bound to proteins in your blood and any unbonded, or free T4. This test can help understand what kind of issues if any, you are experiencing with your thyroid. These can include Hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, hypopituitarism, and others. Thyroid physiology is regulated by the functioning of multiple different endocrine or hormone glands in the body as well as the gut, immune system, and other molecules. The thyroid regulates multiple systems in the body including, body weight, cholesterol levels, body temperature, menstrual cycles, muscle strength, body, heart rate, and breathing.
Test Contents
Total T4 Blood Test
Symptoms
Symptoms may include
eye bulging
hand tremors
irregular heart rate
changes in blood pressure
hair loss
dry skin
unexplained weight changes
difficulty sleeping
anxiety
fatigue
cold intolerance
irregular menstrual cycles
When To Check
older adults pregnant women women who have recently given birth symptoms of a thyroid problem swollen thyroid gland (goiter) family history of thyroid issues
How to test
Order Your Test
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