Thyroid (screening)

Service Description

In order to prevent and in case of one or more symptoms of thyroid pathology, it is recommended to undergo a comprehensive thyroid examination: take tests, perform ultrasound and consult a doctor with the results of the examination. It is especially important to undergo a preventive examination for people who are at risk of developing thyroid diseases. Such factors include female gender, age over 60 years, the presence of other autoimmune diseases, thyroid pathology in relatives. Recommendations of the American Thyroid Association for screening asymptomatic adults for thyroid dysfunction: women and men 35 years and older – screening once every 5 years. This study is recommended: - during a routine check-up; - during the initial examination for thyroid dysfunction; - during a follow-up examination against the background of treatment of thyroid diseases. What is included in the study: fT4-free Thyroxine, TSH- Thyroid stimulating hormone, ATPA-Anti- Thyroid peroxidase autoantibodies.