TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) Test in Ali, Delhi

TSH testing is commonly ordered for:

• Routine thyroid function screening
• Fatigue, unexplained weight changes, or mood changes
• Monitoring the correct dosage of thyroid replacement medication
• Investigating infertility or irregular menstrual cycles
• Screening during pregnancy

An abnormal TSH result points toward:

• Hypothyroidism, indicated by a high TSH
• Hyperthyroidism, indicated by a low TSH
• Subclinical thyroid dysfunction, where TSH is mildly abnormal but T3/T4 remain normal
• Rare pituitary gland disorders affecting TSH production

1. No fasting is required for most patients.
2. If you're being monitored regularly, try to have blood drawn at a similar time of day each time for consistency.
3. Inform your doctor about any thyroid medication, biotin supplements, or recent illness before the test.

Mildly elevated TSH with normal T4 is called subclinical hypothyroidism, and whether it needs treatment depends on your symptoms, age, and the trend of the value over repeated testing rather than a single reading.