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Thyroid Stimulating Hormone
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Thyroid Stimulating Hormone
DHA LaboratoryCatalog information reviewed: August 24, 2026 by the Sunridge Medical clinical team.
What this laboratory test evaluates
This is a single-marker test measuring TSH. TSH is the most common test used to evaluate thyroid function and symptoms related to a thyroid disorder, such as hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism. Produced by the pituitary gland, the primary role of TSH in the body is to stabilize amounts of T4 (thyroxine) and T3 (triiodothyronine) in the blood.
Collection and processing
- Sample type: Serum
- Fasting: No
- Estimated laboratory processing: Results should arrive 7 business days after the lab receives samples.
How Sunridge uses laboratory information
Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.
Before requesting this test
Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.
Common questions about this laboratory test
- What sample does this test require?
- The listed sample type is Serum. Confirm current collection instructions in the approved order.
- Does this test require fasting?
- The current catalog record lists fasting as: No. Follow the instructions supplied with the approved order.
- How long does laboratory processing usually take?
- Results should arrive 7 business days after the lab receives samples.. Timing can change after collection or if a laboratory requires additional review.
About this test
This is a single-marker test measuring TSH. TSH is the most common test used to evaluate thyroid function and symptoms related to a thyroid disorder, such as hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism. Produced by the pituitary gland, the primary role of TSH in the body is to stabilize amounts of T4 (thyroxine) and T3 (triiodothyronine) in the blood.
Highlighted health areas
- Thyroid
Biomarkers and report focus
The exact analytes and report format can change. Confirm the current contents in the Fullscript order before payment.
- Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH)