Advanced thyroid function blood test

This test measures your thyroid hormone levels. It also checks for the presence of any thyroid antibodies - which can cause autoimmune thyroid diseases.

  • At-home test
  • Doctor reviewed
  • Subscription available
Sample
Blood
Collection
At-home finger-prick or nurse-taken venous sample (£60 extra)
Results in
2 days
Biomarkers
6
Doctor reviewed
Yes
Tests for
  • Free thyroxine (FT4)
  • Thyroglobulin antibodies (TgAB)
  • Thyroid peroxidase antibodies (TPOAb)
  • Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
  • Thyroxine (T4)
  • Triiodothyronine (FT3)

Test specifications

Provider
Thriva
Sample type
blood
Collection method
at-home finger-prick or nurse-taken venous sample (£60 extra)
Turnaround time
2 days
Biomarkers tested
6
At-home test
Yes
Doctor reviewed
Yes
Gender focus
Both

What's tested

6 biomarkers as listed by Thriva.

Advanced Thyroid Profile (with antibodies)

  • Free thyroxine (FT4)
  • Thyroglobulin antibodies (TgAB)
  • Thyroid peroxidase antibodies (TPOAb)
  • Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
  • Thyroxine (T4)
  • Triiodothyronine (FT3)

About this test

How can an advanced thyroid function test help you?

This test will give you a detailed look at your thyroid hormone levels and thyroid antibodies, which can cause autoimmune thyroid diseases. Issues with your thyroid can affect your weight, energy, mood, heart, and bone health.

This test checks for 6 different biomarkers - four thyroid hormones (TSH, FT3, T4 and FT4), and two thyroid antibodies (TgAB and TPOAb).

Combined with a GP report and advice, we help you understand your thyroid health and any associated symptoms.

Upgrade your test

For more detailed insights into your thyroid function, check out our Complete Thyroid Function Blood Test

What's covered in this blood test?

  • Thyroid profile (advanced): Your thyroid gland produces hormones that help control your metabolism. If it isn't working properly it can cause symptoms such as mood problems and weight gain or loss. A blood test can check for thyroid disorders.

Description provided by Thriva.

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score
Editorial confidence: 10.0/10

Score breakdown

  • Clarity and UX 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 9.1/10

    6 biomarkers against a median of 5.5 across the 14 tests in its comparison group.

  • Collection Convenience 10.0/10

    Can be done at home; with a venous or clinic option as well; a home nurse visit is offered; results within 2 days.

  • Price Value 7.1/10

    £80.10 against a comparison-group median of £87.50 (-8%).

  • Results and Follow-up 8.5/10

    Results are reviewed by a doctor.

  • Trust Signals 10.0/10

    Trustpilot 4.6 from 3,195 reviews; accredited lab (UKAS ISO 15189 / ISO 17025 partner labs); CQC registered; doctor review as standard; trading 11+ years.

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Advanced Thyroid Test

The Advanced Thyroid Test includes additional markers for a more comprehensive assessment of your thyroid gland, including free T3 and thyroid antibodies which can indicate autoimmune thyroid disease.

  • At-home test
8.6 / 10