TSH
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Fragen und Antworten zu TSH
What is the respective laboratory value?
TSH is a hormone that is produced in the pituitary gland (pituitary gland) and stimulates the thyroid gland to produce the hormones T3 (triiodothyronine) and T4 (thyroxine). The laboratory value measures the concentration of TSH in the blood and is used to assess thyroid function.
For whom is such a test to be considered?
A TSH test is recommended for: Persons with symptoms of an over- or underactive thyroid gland (e.g. fatigue, weight fluctuations, palpitations) People with a family history of thyroid disorders Women with unfulfilled desire to have children or miscarriages Monitoring of thyroid function during drug therapy or after an operation Newborns, to rule out congenital thyroid disorders
What is it used for?
The test serves the diagnosis and monitoring of thyroid diseases such as hypothyroidism (underfunction) and hyperthyroidism (overfunction). It is also a screening test for the detection of subclinical thyroid disorders.
What can be inferred from that?
A high TSH value indicates an underactive thyroid, which can cause symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, and sensitivity to cold. A low value indicates an overactive thyroid, which can be accompanied by symptoms such as nervousness, rapid heartbeat, and weight loss.
What is the ideal time for a test?
The test can be performed at any time of the day, however, TSH values show a slight circadian rhythm, with peak values in the early morning hours.
Particularly interesting?
The TSH values should be interpreted in connection with the thyroid hormones T3 and T4. Certain medications and iodine intake can affect the TSH value. TSH is often used as the first test when suspecting thyroid disorders, as it reacts very sensitively to changes in thyroid function.
Acquire test
Visit your pharmacy and ask about CaboCheck.
With each test, you will receive an information sheet with your personal test QR code (CaboCheck-ID), through which you can retrieve the test result.
Test execution on-site or at a later date
Come by and let us prick your finger. We take blood from your fingertip and send your blood sample to a medical specialist laboratory at CaboLab or analyze it directly on site at CaboPoc. Please drink enough water beforehand (300ml).
Quick and reliable results
You will receive an email after a few minutes (CaboPoc) or a few days (CaboLab) and can collect and discuss your results with us or access them online yourself. The results are displayed with a traffic light. If the traffic light is red or yellow, you can, if you wish, share the results with us. We will then review the results and advise you on what you should ideally do next.