What it is: rapid capillary blood test that measures the concentration of TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone), a key indicator of thyroid function.| | Interpretation:| High TSH possible hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid)| | Low TSH possible hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid)| | | Purpose: screening test, not diagnostic; in case of an abnormal result, further medical evaluation is necessary.| | How it works:| Prick your fingertip with the sterile lancet.| | Collect una drop of blood with the pipette.| | Place the sample in the cassette.| | Add the reagent.| | Wait 10-15 minutes and read the result.| | | Reading the result:| Two visible lines TSH alto or abnormal possible thyroid dysfunction.| | Only control line TSH normal.| | No control line test invalid.| | | When to take it:| In the presence of symptoms such as tiredness, weight gain, sensitivity to cold, dry skin, irregular cycle (possible hypothyroidism).| | In case of weight loss, tachycardia, nervousness or insomnia (possible hyperthyroidism).| | In the presence of a family history of thyroid disorders.| | During pregnancy, only on medical advice.| | | Advantages: easy to perform at home, rapid, non-invasive and useful as an early screening tool.| | Limitations:| The test detects only TSH, not T3, T4 values or thyroid antibodies.| | Possible false positives or negatives due to stress, medications or pregnancy.| | Even in case of a normal result, if symptoms persist, a complete medical check-up is recommended.| |
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