Home Thyroid Test Kit
£13.99 £9.99
The symptoms of hypothyroidism include feeling tired and lethargic, weight gain, dry skin and brittle hair, becoming forgetful and sometimes depressed, feeling cold and enduring constipation as well as menstrual irregularities in women. This test checks the level of the Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) in blood to verify a thyroid physiological alteration.
INTENDED FOR
The TSH screening should be performed yearly by women from 35 to 64 years-old with healthy lifestyle.
WHY SHOULD I PERFORM THE TEST?
The TSH level in blood gives an indication of the physiological condition of the thyroid. TSH, which is secreted by the pituitary gland, regulates and controls the activity of the thyroid gland. Therefore, a raised TSH level indicates an under active thyroid and this is the principle on which the Thyroid Test is based for the detection of the hypothyroidism condition.
Checking the normality of the TSH value is a very good tool for verifying thyroid health status and eventually taking the required preventive actions. In case of cancer, early detection and prevention can be life saving.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
The test is based on an immunochromatographic reaction correlated to the reference laboratory test. The cut-off is calibrated at 5 µIU/mL according to the international standard.
1) The sample is a blood drop taken with the painless sterile lancet contained in the box.
2) Obtain a big drop of blood by squeezing the finger.
3) Put the drop of blood on the indicated point on the device.
4) Add the diluent, wait for 10 minutes and read the result.
CONTENT
1 sealed aluminum pouch containing: 1 device for the test, 1 pipette and desiccant, 1 dropper vial containing 1 ml of diluent, 1 painless sterile lancet for blood sampling, instructions for use.
15 reviews for Home Thyroid Test Kit
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Abbey G. (store manager) –
Arrived very quickly (1-2 days) and the instruction are very clear.
Sandra (verified owner) –
Straight forward to use. Decisive negative result provided.
Sue Scarre –
Being someone who was originally told I wasn’t hypothyroid because my TSH was in the normal range, do not accept a negative result as definitive. I had to see an endocrinologist privately and from my symptoms alone (slower heartbeat, cold, insomnia, hair falling out, etc) he knew I was most definitely hypothyroid.
Val Rose –
I am so frustrated at the moment as I am on 25g Lethothyoxide and know that I need a higher dosage as all my symptoms have returned and I am so low, tired, constipated, put weight on when I eat like a sparrow, always cold) but my doctor is saying I am within the TSH and wont increase, but will put me on antidepressants!! OMG I am now looking to purchase the higher lever direct but its expensive
L J B (store manager) –
Test kit arrived quickly and everything needed was in the package. Instructions are fairly straightforward and I followed them closely to make sure that I got an accurate result. Results of the test were later confirmed after a blood test at my local GP. Would buy this kit again.
Laraib (verified owner) –
Brilliant and fast delivery
Tim Evans –
is this kit suitable for men?
Anthony Cunningham (store manager) –
Although hypothyroidism is more common in women, men get it, too. A TSH Test (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone Test) is an important tool in the detection of thyroid disease and problems in both men and women.
Callum williams –
I’m 14 and it’s impossible fr me to lose weight I’m hungry alot and I get tired just after 3 o’clock in the afternoon I have anxiety issues to, should I bother with this test?
ZS –
Easy to use although one of the finger prick devices didn’t work (there was a second one) and that’s why only four stars. Assuming the result was accurate, this is a good alternative to NHS waiting lists and gives a result in minutes.
Nicky Johnson (verified owner) –
This test kit arrived promptly and was easy to use, giving a clear fast result…
Andrea (verified owner) –
Thank you for the quick dispatch and good quality!
Melissa (verified owner) –
Quick delivery simple to use and now got blood test from docs,before they wouldn’t test me so thankyou
Emma.e –
Does this test for hyperthyroidism also?
Evie –
Can this be used more than once?
Anthony Cunningham (store manager) –
No – this test is a single use test.
Rashmi –
Can hyperthyroidism people use this kit
Brenda Nicholson –
Could you recommend an endocrinologist in the Fylde area that I could see without being referred by my G.P
Emilia (verified owner) –
Very easy to use.
Callum williams –
I’m 14 need to sleep at certain time of day on weekdays have anxiety issues can’t lose weight, do I need this test
Rebecca –
I have been diagonised with Tachycardia with no other symptoms of an overactive thyroid. My doctor has asked me to have a blood test….there is no way I can have blood tests as am needle phobic.
I think I could cope with this test as I am doing the ‘needle part’. Will it test for overactive as well as an under active thyroid? Thanks.
Marilyn H. (verified owner) –
It was good to get a quick normal result. Easy to use.