Creekside Family Health Clinic / Quality Health Care, Ketchikan, Alaska

THYROID STIMULATING HORMONE (TSH) $49.00

What is it?

A thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) blood test is used to check for thyroid gland problems.

Why do I need it?

A TSH test is done to:

Find out whether the thyroid gland is working properly.
- An underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism) can cause symptoms such as depression, weight gain, fatigue, dry skin, constipation, a feeling of being too cold, or heavy menstrual periods.
- An overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) can cause symptoms such as hair and skin changes, concentration problems, weight loss, rapid heart rate, anxiety, insomnia, shakiness, diarrhea, a feeling of being too hot, or irregular menstrual periods.
Monitor and adjust the treatment used for thyroid disease.
Monitor patients with thyroid or partial thyroid removal.

What do I do with the results?

If your results are ‘abnormal’ or ‘out-of-range’ from the normal, please contact a health care provider. The interpretation of any laboratory test should be made only by a licensed nurse practitioner or physician.