PharmEasy Labs utilises the most modern technology used by experienced technicians to generate quick and accurate results. The TSH test is available at an affordable price and the sample is collected from a place and at a time of your convenience. Once you have booked the test, a trained phlebotomist will visit you to collect your blood sample. The sample is then analysed at the lab, and test reports are generated on fully automated and barcoded machines and sent to you by email after careful review by experienced pathologists. If you book through the PharmEasy app, you can also avail of various offers and discounts and save both time and money.

TSH levels are typically between 0.4 and 4.0 milliunits per litre in a healthy person. Higher levels point towards a possible case of hypothyroidism or an underactive thyroid, while lower levels may be due to hyperthyroidism or an overactive thyroid. Thyroid issues disrupt metabolism and result in hormonal imbalance. They can also lead to other health complications like hair loss, constipation, anaemia, and stunted growth in children. Regular monitoring of TSH levels is vital for individuals suffering from thyroid disorders.

Several factors contribute to the fluctuation in the cost of a TSH test. Nevertheless, the usual price for a TSH test at PharmEasy in Mumbai is approximately INR 300 to INR 700. For further information, consider comparing TSH test prices in various major Indian cities.

The TSH test helps in the timely diagnosis of common thyroid conditions like hyper and hypothyroidism. An early diagnosis of thyroid disorders ensures complications like cardiovascular issues, mood disorders, and bone health concerns are prevented. The TSH test is especially important to be taken during and before pregnancy. This is because abnormal thyroid function can impact the normal growth of the foetus. A TSH test may also help identify other thyroid issues, such as Graves' disease, which increases thyroid activity, and Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune condition in which the body attacks the thyroid gland. Timely intervention through the TSH test supports overall health and well-being.

A TSH blood test does not require any special preparation on your part. However, it's crucial to let your doctor know if you're taking any medications that could affect the accuracy of the TSH test.

During the TSH Test

The technicians follow strict safety measures and NABL guidelines. The phlebotomists at PharmEasy use a vein finder device to accurately locate the right vein from which to draw blood with sterile, sealed needles.

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If the TSH value is higher than the normal range, it means the thyroid gland is not functioning optimally. This diagnostic interpretation of the TSH test in this scenario is known as hypothyroidism.

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TSH is a common test with a rare risk of complications. But it's important to be aware of possible complications and limitations and consult a doctor when needed

Risks / Potential Complications

• Continuous bleeding from the needle-insertion site
• Pain/swelling at the site

Limitations

• Errors by the testing equipment or the individual administering the test
• Misinterpretation of the results