What Is a Thyroid Panel?

Q: What Is a Thyroid Panel?

Thyroid panel explained: TSH, free T4, free T3, and thyroid antibodies — which tests are included, what each measures, and when a full panel is ordered.

A thyroid panel evaluates thyroid function using multiple tests together.

Typical Panel Components

TSH — most sensitive screening test
Free T4 — active thyroxine
Free T3 — active triiodothyronine
Anti-TPO — Hashimoto's antibodies
TSI — Graves' antibodies

When Is a Full Panel Ordered?

Symptoms of thyroid dysfunction
Abnormal TSH on screening
Monitoring thyroid medication
Family history of thyroid disease
Pregnancy

Source: NLM MedlinePlus, American Association for Clinical Chemistry.

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