Thyroxine (T4), Total LabCorp

This test measures your total T4 hormone level, which can help identify if your thyroid gland is working correctly, potentially explaining symptoms like fatigue and weight gain. Understanding your T4 levels is important for diagnosing thyroid conditions like hypothyroidism, a common cause of these symptoms. Getting this test from Defy Medical provides a clear picture of your thyroid function, guiding appropriate treatment.

Finding the cause(s) of:

• Cold intolerance: Low thyroid hormone levels can affect your body's ability to regulate temperature, leading to feeling cold more easily.
• Constipation: Thyroid hormones influence gut motility, and low levels can slow down digestion, causing constipation.
• Dry skin: Thyroid hormones play a role in skin health, and low levels can lead to dryness and changes in skin texture.
• Fatigue: Low thyroid hormone levels can slow down your metabolism and energy production, leading to feelings of tiredness and lack of energy.
• Hair loss: Thyroid hormones are essential for hair growth, and imbalances can disrupt the hair growth cycle, leading to thinning or hair loss.
• Weight gain: Low thyroid hormone levels can slow down your metabolism, making it harder to lose weight and potentially leading to weight gain.