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Hypothyroidism can be associated with depression and its symptoms:
Hypothyroidism can be associated with certain heart problems and mild high blood pressure.
In general, the symptoms of hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) are:
Weight gain
Puffy face
Loss or thinning of eyebrows
Cold intolerance
Low sex drive
Depression
Abdominal bloating
Cold hands or feet
Dry or thinning hair
Joint or muscle pain
Thickening of the skin
Thin, brittle fingernails
Syptoms of Hyperthyroidism:
Palpitations Nervousness FatigueHeat intoleranceBreathlessnessInsomnia Light or absent menstrual periods Increased bowel movements Fast heart rate Trembling hands Hair loss Warm moist skinWeight loss Muscle weakness
Thyroid Panel includes TSH, Free T3, Free T4. Requires a blood draw at a nearby LabCorp. No doctors order required, blood draw fee included. No additional cost! You recieve a copy of the results. Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) This test is used to identify primary hypothyroidism and to differentiate it from secondary (pituitary) and tertiary (hypothalamus) hypothyroidism. Tri-iodothyronine (T3), Free, Serum This test is used to evaluate thyroid function. It is primarily used to diagnose hyperthyroidism. It is also used to assess abnormal binding protein disorders and to monitor thyroid replacement and suppressive therapy Thyroxine (T4) Free, Serum This test is used to evaluate thyroid function. T4 is decreased in hypothyroidism and in the third stage of subacute thyroiditis. T4 is increased with hyperthyroidism, subacute thyroiditis in its first stage and with thyrotoxicosis due to Hashimoto disease. T4 is also used to diagnose toxicosis. Free T4 may be indicated when binding globulin (TBG) problems are suspected. Useful when conventional test results seem inconsistent with clinical observations. NOT AVAILABLE IN NEW YORK OR CALIFORNIA.
Overall comprehensive assessment of thyroid function. Four (4) tests: fT4, fT3, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH), Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody (TPO). Easy finger prick you do at home and send to the lab. You receive a copy of the results. NOT AVAILABLE TO NEW YORK or CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS.
Thryroid Panel II Blood Drop uses blood drops from a fingerstick. Thyroid Panel includes TSH, FT3, FT4, and TPO (for Hashimoto´s). Postage paid to the lab, you receive a copy of the results. Studies have shown the blood drop method to be as accurate as a traditional blood draw. The convenience and stress free collection is a main advantage. No trip to a physician´s office, no stressful or painful venipuncture; it´s all performed in the comfort of the your home when the time is right for you.
