Advanced Thyroid Tests
Unlock Thyroid Health with Comprehensive Thyroid Testing
Despite what your doctor has told you, TSH does NOT tell us the whole story! To fully assess your thyroid function, we also need to test T3, T4, RT3 and sometimes thyroid antibodies.
Why? Well for starters, TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) isn’t even a thyroid hormone. it’s produced by the pituitary gland, not the thyroid. Its job is to signal the thyroid to produce T3 and T4 (actual thyroid hormones), but that signal doesn’t always reflect what’s actually happening in the body—especially when stress, metabolism issues, or inflammation interfere with hormone conversion and function.
If you want the full picture of your thyroid & metabolic health, you can also order the Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis, which includes the full thyroid panel, plus dozens of other markers that reveal hidden imbalances affecting your energy, metabolism, and overall health.
By analyzing blood sugar, inflammation, liver function, adrenal health, and more, this test helps uncover the root causes of thyroid dysfunction—so you can take targeted action and finally feel your best.
Common Symptoms of Thyroid Imbalances:
Symptoms of thyroid imbalances can include fatigue, weight gain or difficulty losing weight, brain fog, mood swings, hair loss, cold intolerance, and digestive issues. Autoimmune thyroid conditions may also cause symptoms like joint pain, dry skin, and irregular menstrual cycles.
What This Test Reveals:
✅ Thyroid Function – Measure TSH, T3, T4, and reverse T3 to assess your thyroid’s ability to produce and convert thyroid hormones.
✅ Autoimmune Markers – Identify thyroid autoimmunity by testing for antibodies like TPO and TGAb, which may indicate conditions like Hashimoto’s thyroiditis or Graves’ disease.
✅ Thyroid Imbalance Patterns – Gain insights into whether you have hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, or other thyroid-related issues.
✅ Root Causes of Symptoms – Pinpoint thyroid imbalances that may be contributing to fatigue, weight issues, and mood changes.
Why It Matters:
Optimize Thyroid Function – Correct imbalances in thyroid hormone levels to boost energy, metabolism, and mood.
Identify Autoimmune Conditions – Detect autoimmune thyroid disorders early to prevent long-term complications.
Personalized Treatment – Get tailored recommendations for diet, supplements, and lifestyle changes to support thyroid health and overall well-being.
WHAT IS A COMPREHENSIVE THYROID ASSESSMENT?
The thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped gland that sits behind and below the Adam’s apple. A wide range of factors from hormone imbalances to mineral deficiencies and environmental pollutants can interfere with thyroid production, leading to health problems. Thyroid imbalance can be identified by measuring levels of key thyroid hormones TSH, free T4, free T3, reverse T3, anti-TG antibodies, and anti-TPO antibodies.
Functional practitioners and naturopaths use a panel of blood tests to identify thyroid imbalances and the presence of autoimmune thyroiditis. A comprehensive thyroid assessment goes beyond thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), the test most doctors use to assess thryoid function.
Catching thyroid imbalances BEFORE they become severe enough for pharmaceutical intervention is the goal.
Natural health practitioners can improve thyroid health with targeted nutrition, nutraceuticals and lifestyle interventions.
IS THE TEST RIGHT FOR ME?
The thyroid impacts almost every body system, and imbalances can present differently in different people. Some will have all the key symptoms, while others might only notice one or two.
Common signs and symptoms of a poor functioning thyroid include:
Unexplained fatigue, weakness, and a general feeling of sluggishness
Unexplained weight gain or loss
Intolerance to cold or excessive sweating and heat sensitivity
Irregular or rapid heart rate or palpitations
Irregular menstrual cycles, heavy periods, or other menstrual changes
Brittle hair, hair loss, dry skin, and changes in skin texture
Constipation and diarrhea
Mood disturbances, depression, anxiety, and panic attacks
Aches, pains, and stiffness in muscles and joints
A visibly enlarged thyroid gland (goiter), discomfort/swelling in the front of the neck, and difficulty swallowing
Anxiety/Panic attacks
Decreased memory and concentration
Fluid retention
Headaches
Low sex drive
Risk factors that may indicate the need for thyroid hormone testing include:
A family history of thyroid disorders
Age over 60
Autoimmune conditions, such as type 1 diabetes or celiac disease
Pregnancy and the postpartum period
Exposure to radiation in the neck area or a history of thyroid surgery
Certain medications, like lithium and amiodarone, can affect thyroid function
Both too little and excessive iodine intake can negatively impact thyroid function
HOW DOES IT WORK?
This test consists of a blood sample collected by a phlebotomist
Book your session & receive a link to pay for the test
Test kit is shipped to you
Book a blood draw at a lab near you for blood sample collection
Ship completed kit back to the lab with postage-paid package
Results will be shared with you via the health portal in 2-3 weeks
BIOMARKERS TESTED
TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone)
Free T4 (thyroxine)
Free T3 (triiodothyronine)
Reverse T3
Thyroid Peroxidase (TPO) antibodies
Anti-Thyroglobulin (ATG) antibodies
TSH Receptor antibodies
AVAILABILITY & COST
New Zealand NZD207
United States USD85
United Kingdom £194
Canada, Europe & Asia USD330
If your country/region is not on this list, please book a discovery call with Camille for prices and shipping options.
*Test prices are approximate and do not include consultation fee
TESTING OPTIONS:
Book a free discovery call with Camille to make sure this test is right for you and discuss consultation options (recommended!)
Book the Whole Health Kete 3-month package. During this time we will discuss and order the appropriate test for you. Results interpretation and review is included in the consult price.
Book a Check My Labs Consultation. Once booked, your test kit will be sent to you. Once your results are available, the 40-minute session includes an explanation of your lab results and how they affect your health. Camille will advise which nutrition, supplement and lifestyle changes will best optimize your health. You will also receive a personalized road map to refer to as you implement changes and improve your health.
*NOTE Test prices are NOT included in the consultation fees.