Thyroid testing.
Your thyroid affects almost every system in your body, and symptoms of an underactive or overactive thyroid are often mistaken for stress, tiredness, or other unrelated conditions. We offer six different thyroid tests, from a simple first check through to specific antibody tests used to investigate autoimmune thyroid conditions. All results are clinician-reviewed within 24 to 48 hours.
Different tests answer different questions.
The thyroid gland produces hormones that regulate your metabolism, energy, and body temperature, among other things. Some of our tests are aimed at a first check or ongoing monitoring, using hormone levels alone. Others are aimed specifically at investigating an autoimmune cause behind a thyroid problem, using antibody tests instead of, or alongside, hormone levels.
Because these tests serve quite different purposes, choosing the right one matters. Our pharmacist can help you decide when you book, based on your symptoms and reason for testing, or use the guide below as a starting point.
Which test do you need?
TSH alone, or Thyroid Function (TSH and free T4), are sensible starting points for tiredness, weight change, or mood symptoms.
Thyroid Function (TSH and free T4) is the standard combination used for ongoing monitoring.
The Thyroid Full Profile covers hormone levels and the two main antibody markers together.
Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies alone, or Thyroid Antibodies (both major markers), help investigate an autoimmune cause such as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis.
TSH-Receptor Antibodies (TSI) is a specific, specialist-level test, usually requested following discussion with a doctor.
Full price list available on this page ↓.
Thyroid testing prices.
Prices are subject to change, please confirm at the clinic before booking.
| Test | What is included | Price |
|---|---|---|
| TSH | Thyroid-stimulating hormone. | £39.00 |
| Thyroid Function – diagnosis and monitoring | Free T4, TSH. | £49.00 |
| Thyroid Full Profile | Free T4, free T3, TSH, thyroid peroxidase antibodies, antithyroglobulin antibodies. | £79.00 |
| Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies | Thyroid peroxidase antibodies alone. | £39.00 |
| Thyroid Antibodies – incl. thyroglobulin | Thyroid peroxidase antibodies, antithyroglobulin antibodies. | £85.00 |
| TSH-Receptor Antibodies (TSI) | TSH-receptor antibodies, a specialist test. | £228.00 |
From appointment to results.
Book your appointment
A brief discussion of your symptoms and reason for testing confirms which test is right for you.
Blood sample collected
Our phlebotomist takes your blood sample at 113 Chester Road, taking around 15 minutes.
Laboratory analysis
Your sample is processed at an accredited laboratory. Most results are available within 24 to 48 hours, though TSH-Receptor Antibodies can occasionally take longer, your pharmacist will confirm.
Results sent to you
Sent directly to you via secure email from the laboratory, after clinician verification, with a written commentary included.
Book your thyroid test.
Same-day and next-day appointments usually available. Let us know your symptoms or reason for testing so we can confirm the right test with you.
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Thyroid testing FAQs.
What is the difference between TSH and Thyroid Function?
What are thyroid antibody tests used for?
What is TSH-Receptor Antibodies (TSI), and why is it more expensive?
Which test should I choose?
Do I need to fast before these tests?
Can these tests diagnose a thyroid condition on their own?
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