TSH (Thyroid-stimulating hormone) Test cost in Chennai
The TSH test is a common blood test used to assess the health of the thyroid gland. It is considered the most trustworthy method for diagnosing thyroid functional disorders in many patients. TSH is also known as thyrotropic hormone, thyrotropin, or simply TSH. Medintu is a top online platform for TSH testing at home in Chennai, offering the best options from hundreds of alternatives with the best pricing. We strive to provide the highest quality TSH testing service in the comfort of your home in Chennai.
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TSH test procedure
TSH blood tests are similarly to other basic blood tests. Generally, a healthcare expert will take blood from a vein on the inside of the elbow.They will first clean the area before placing an elastic band around the upper arm to enable access to the vein easier.A needle will be placed into the vein, allowing blood to flow into the connected tube and vial.When the vial has enough blood to do the test, the healthcare expert will remove the needle and elastic band and cover the puncture site with cotton wool or a bandage.They will label the blood sample then submit it to a laboratory for testing
Your physician can suggest a TSH test if you observe the following symptoms –
Hyperthyroidism symptoms
- Unable to sleep properly
- Anxiety, nervousness, irritability
- Weight loss
Goiter (enlarged thyroid gland) - Muscle weakness
- Irregular menstrual periods
- Heat sensitivity
- Eye problems or vision problems
- Diarrhea
- Protruding eyes (Graves disease)
Hypothyroidism symptoms
- Fatigue
- Forgetting behavior
- Weight gain
- Dry and thin hair
- Muscle weakness
- Heavy and frequent menstrual periods
- Intolerance to cold temperatures
- Hoarse voice
- Constipation
- Puffy eyes and face
TSH test is used for
It can detect hyperthyroidism (excess thyroid hormone) or hypothyroidism (insufficient thyroid hormone) in your blood. However, a TSH test cannot determine what is causing a thyroid condition. If you take prescription thyroid hormone medication for hypothyroidism or had your thyroid removed, your thyroid hormone levels will be checked on a regular basis. TSH tests are also used to check your thyroid hormone levels following hyperthyroidism medication.
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GMC Diagnostic Centre
No. 15A, Periyathangalkarai, N.T. Patel Road, Nerkundram, Chennai, Tamil Nadu – 600107 Telangana 500082,
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Jain Clinic and Lab
OLD NO 87 ELDAMS ROAD, NEAR BRIJWASI SWEETS, NEAR TEYNAMPET- MOUNT ROAD SIGNAL, Teynampet, Alwarpet, Teynampet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu – 600018
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- CBC
- CRP
- LFT
- D-Dimer Test
- NS1 Antigen test
- Thyroid Function Test
- HRCT Scan
- X Ray At Home
- ECG Test At Home
- Vitamin B12 Test
- Serum Calcium Test
How is the TSH blood sample collected?
A healthcare technician will collect a sample of blood from a vein in your arm, using a small needle. The blood sample will be collected into a test tube or vial. The sample will be sent to the laboratory for further testing. This TSH test procedure takes less than five minutes to complete.
No preparation is needed for the test. Few medications, multivitamin supplements can interfere with TSH test results; therefore before taking the test tell your doctor about these drugs.
TSH test results –
- High TSH levels indicate an underactive thyroid gland, a condition called hypothyroidism.
- Low TSH levels indicate an over-active thyroid gland, a condition called hyperthyroidism.
- If TSH test results are abnormal, your doctor will suggest more teststo determine the cause of your thyroid problem.
- These tests are –
- Thyroxine(T4) test
- Tri-iodothyronine (T3) test
- Tests to diagnose Graves’ disease,
- Tests to diagnose Hashimoto’s thyroiditis
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FAQs
How long will it take to complete the reports?
It takes around 24-48 hours for your doctor to receive the results of a TSH test
What is the price of a TSH Test?
The cost of the TSH test in Chennai is Rs. 199
How to book a TSH test at home in chennai?
Just book a TSH test through the website or call +919100907036, +919100907622.
Is fasting required for a TSH test?
Fasting is not required for TSH test..