Thyroid Blood Test

Checks the three core thyroid markers, TSH, free T4 and free T3, used to help assess an underactive or overactive thyroid. Suited to anyone with possible thyroid symptoms who wants more than a single TSH reading.

  • At-home test
  • Doctor reviewed
Sample
Blood
Collection
At-home finger-prick or Tasso EasyDraw or venous draw (clinic, nurse visit or own kit)
Results in
1–2 days
Biomarkers
3
Doctor reviewed
Yes
Tests for
  • Free thyroxine (FT4)
  • Free Triiodothyronine (T3)
  • Thyroid Stimulating Hormone

Test specifications

Provider
Selph
Sample type
blood
Collection method
at-home finger-prick or Tasso EasyDraw or venous draw (clinic, nurse visit or own kit)
Turnaround time
1–2 days
Biomarkers tested
3
At-home test
Yes
Doctor reviewed
Yes
Gender focus
Both

What's tested

3 biomarkers as listed by Selph.

Advanced Thyroid Profile (with antibodies)

  • Free thyroxine (FT4)

Hormones

  • Free Triiodothyronine (T3)
  • Thyroid Stimulating Hormone

About this test

The Thyroid Blood Test measures thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), free thyroxine (FT4) and free triiodothyronine (FT3), the three hormones most commonly used together to assess whether your thyroid is underactive or overactive. Checking all three, rather than TSH alone, gives a fuller picture of thyroid function, since TSH can sometimes look normal while FT4 or FT3 are already out of range.

Among the eight thyroid tests in this comparison group, Selph's three markers put it at the top for clinical depth, matched only by Monitor My Health (£32), Medichecks (£45) and Better2Know's Full Thyroid Profile (£199); most other listings check just two markers. On price, £55 sits almost exactly at the £54.90 median, though Monitor My Health offers the same three-marker combination for substantially less.

Clinical depth scores highly as a result of matching the fullest marker count in this group, and collection convenience and trust signals both score well thanks to multiple collection routes and a doctor-reviewed report within two days. The value for money score is middling, reflecting a price at the group's typical level rather than below it.

Who is it for?

This suits anyone with possible thyroid symptoms, such as unexplained weight change, fatigue or mood changes, who wants TSH, FT4 and FT3 checked together rather than TSH alone. If price is your main concern, Monitor My Health tests the same three markers for £32, notably less than Selph's £55.

How it works

You collect a finger-prick blood sample at home using the included kit, or choose Tasso EasyDraw, a clinic visit, a home nurse visit or your own venous draw at extra cost, ideally sampling in the morning before breakfast. Once your sample reaches Selph's lab, results are typically ready in one to two days and are reviewed by a Selph doctor before you receive your report.

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Checks TSH, free T4 and free T3 together, matching the deepest panels in this group
  • Priced almost exactly at the group median despite the fuller marker count
  • Clear preparation guidance, such as sampling before breakfast
  • Results and doctor's report typically ready within two days

Cons

  • Monitor My Health checks the same three markers for £32, well below Selph's £55
  • Does not include thyroid antibodies for autoimmune thyroid conditions
  • Not recommended for use if you're acutely unwell, per the provider's guidance

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score Full TSH, FT4 and FT3 panel at the group median price
Editorial confidence: 10.0/10

This £55 test checks TSH, free T4 and free T3, the three core thyroid markers, rather than the single or two-marker versions some rivals offer. It's priced almost exactly at the £54.90 median for the eight thyroid tests we compare, though Monitor My Health offers the same three markers for £32. Results are reviewed by a doctor within one to two days.

Score breakdown

  • Clarity and documentation 9.0/10

    The listing publishes a detailed description, the full biomarker list, a stated turnaround, clear collection options, the sample type; it does not state what the report looks like.

  • Clinical depth 9.7/10

    3 biomarkers against a median of 2 across the 9 tests in its comparison group.

  • Collection convenience 9.0/10

    A finger-prick sample you take at home; with a venous or clinic option as well; a home nurse visit is offered; results in around 2 days, in line with or faster than similar tests.

  • Results and follow-up 7.0/10

    Results are reviewed by a doctor; the provider does not describe the report format.

  • Trust signals 10.0/10

    Trustpilot 4.9 from 71,592 reviews; accredited lab (UKAS ISO 15189 partner labs (Inuvi, TDL)); CQC registered; doctor review as standard.

  • Value for money 6.5/10

    £55.00 against a comparison-group median of £54.90 (+0%).

Calculated 13 September 2026 from the facts we hold about this test and provider, using our published scoring formula. Scores are not hand-edited.

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