yorktest Thyroid Test

The thyroid gland is a gland that is located in the front of the neck, just in front of the windpipe. It is butterfly-shaped and is used to produce hormones that regulate the body's metabolism. The hormones the thyroid gland produces are triiodothyronine and thyroxine. The metabolism is the process your body uses to transfer the food you eat and the drinks you consume into energy. The calories in the foodstuffs you consume are combined with oxygen circulating in the body and then released as energy to keep the body going. 

Many different signs show when you may have a problem with your thyroid gland. You can either have an underactive thyroid, or an overactive thyroid. Simply put, underactive thyroids do not produce enough hormones, whereas overactive thyroids produce too many hormones. Other issues can occur in the thyroid gland, such as cancer. Some symptoms to look out for that may be a sign of a problem in the thyroid gland include a lack of energy, weight gain or weight loss, depression, cramping and weakness in the muscles, and slow movements. 

The YorkTest Thyroid Test is used to check for imbalances in the hormones being produced by the thyroid gland. It is ideal for those suffering from symptoms of an under or overactive thyroid to test from home to find out if their issues need exploring further. The results provided by the YorkTest Thyroid Test are hospital standard and provide the person taking the test with easy-to-read traffic light system readings, as well as the next steps that need to be taken based on the result.

The YorkTest Thyroid test is very easy to use. Simply receive your test through the post after purchasing from UK Meds, take a prick of your finger and collect two to three drops of your blood. Then send this sample off to YorkTest, who will send your results back to you within seven days. The results will be in a traffic light format, and read as normal, borderline, and high reactivity. You will then receive ongoing support from YorkTest based on your result. 

You can purchase the yorktest Thyroid test online from UK Meds, you can even get next day delivery if you place your order before 10 pm.