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Thyroid function test (TFT) — book at home

Also known as TSH test, T3 T4 test. Booked in the app, collected at your home, explained by a doctor.

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What it is

Measures TSH and thyroid hormones to see if your thyroid is over- or under-active.

Why doctors order it

Unexplained weight change, palpitations, fatigue, hair loss or neck swelling all warrant a thyroid check.

Sample & preparation

Sample
Blood (venous draw)
Preparation
No special preparation.
Turnaround
24–48 hours

How home collection works

  1. Book in the app

    Choose the test and a time that suits you — the price is shown before you pay.

  2. Sample collected at home

    A trained phlebotomist comes to you with sealed, single-use kits.

  3. Results, explained

    Results land in the app and a doctor walks you through what they mean.

Frequently asked questions

What sample does the Thyroid function test (TFT) need?
Blood (venous draw). A trained phlebotomist collects it at your home with sealed, single-use kits.
Do I need to prepare for the Thyroid function test (TFT)?
No special preparation.
How long do Thyroid function test (TFT) results take?
24–48 hours. Results arrive in the iHealix app, and a doctor can explain what they mean in an online consultation.

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