Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH): TSH Levels Test

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The TSH Test measures thyroid stimulating hormone in your blood. TSH is made by the pituitary gland and tells your thyroid how much hormone to produce, which makes it the first and most sensitive test for detecting an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) or an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism). It often detects a thyroid disorder before any symptoms appear.

PriceRs 1,730

SampleBlood (serum)

FastingNot required

Home CollectionFree

Dr. Essa Laboratory has been serving patients since 1987. This test is available at our branches and with free home sample collection.

TSH Test Price in Pakistan

Test	What It Covers	Price
TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)	TSH only	Rs 1,730
Thyroid ProfileFull thyroid function assessment	T3, T4 and TSH	Rs 4,960

The TSH test price at Dr. Essa Laboratory is Rs 1,730, and free home sample collection is included at no extra charge.

Should You Book TSH Alone or a Full Thyroid Profile?

TSH on its own is usually enough for a first check or for routine monitoring, because it is the earliest marker to move when thyroid function shifts. A full Thyroid Profile adds T3 and T4, which show how much hormone your thyroid is actually producing.

First time screening: TSH alone is usually sufficient
Routine monitoring on stable treatment: TSH alone
An abnormal TSH result that needs investigating: full profile
Clear thyroid symptoms already present: full profile
Your doctor has specifically asked for T3 and T4: full profile

If you are unsure, follow your doctor's prescription. Our team can also confirm which test your prescription refers to when you book.

What Is the TSH Test?

Your thyroid sits at the front of your neck and controls how fast your body uses energy. The pituitary gland in your brain monitors thyroid hormone levels and releases TSH to adjust them, in the way a thermostat adjusts a heater.

This creates a relationship that surprises many patients. When your thyroid is underactive, the pituitary pushes harder and TSH goes up. When your thyroid is overactive, the pituitary backs off and TSH goes down. A high TSH result points to an underactive thyroid, not an overactive one.

Detect hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid)
Detect hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid)
Screen for thyroid disorders before symptoms appear
Monitor thyroid medication and adjust the dose
Investigate unexplained weight change or fatigue

Symptoms and Reasons to Get Tested

Signs of an underactive thyroid

Persistent tiredness and low energy
Weight gain without a change in diet
Feeling cold when others do not
Dry skin and hair fall
Constipation
Heavy or irregular periods
Low mood or poor concentration

Testing is also recommended for women planning pregnancy or already pregnant, women after childbirth, and anyone with a family history of thyroid disease, even without symptoms. Thyroid disorders are considerably more common in women.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TSH test price in Pakistan?

At Dr. Essa Laboratory, the TSH test price is Rs 1,730 with free home sample collection included. Stand alone TSH test prices in Pakistan generally range between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,500 depending on the laboratory.

Is TSH a fasting test?

No. Fasting is not required for a TSH test. You can eat and drink normally beforehand. TSH levels are naturally highest in the early morning, so if you are being monitored regularly, giving your sample at a similar time each visit makes your results easier to compare.

What is the cost of a T3 T4 TSH test?

At Dr. Essa Laboratory, the full Thyroid Profile covering T3, T4 and TSH is Rs 4,960 with free home sample collection. A stand alone TSH test is Rs 1,730. For a first check or routine monitoring, TSH alone is usually sufficient.

How can I check my TSH at home?

A TSH level can only be measured from a blood sample tested in a laboratory, so there is no reliable way to check it yourself at home. What you can do is have the sample collected at home. Dr. Essa Laboratory offers free home sample collection, so a phlebotomist comes to you and your report is delivered online.

Is a TSH test important?

Yes. TSH is the most sensitive early marker of thyroid function and often becomes abnormal before T3 and T4 do, which means it can detect a thyroid disorder before you notice any symptoms. Untreated thyroid disorders affect weight, heart rate, energy, fertility and pregnancy, so early detection matters.

Does a high TSH mean an overactive or underactive thyroid?

A high TSH usually indicates an underactive thyroid. The pituitary gland releases more TSH when it detects low thyroid hormone, so TSH rises as thyroid activity falls. A low TSH usually indicates an overactive thyroid.

Which sample is needed for a TSH test?

A small blood sample drawn from a vein in the arm. No urine or stool sample is needed.

Can I book a TSH test on WhatsApp?

Yes. You can book on WhatsApp or call our 24/7 UAN 021-111-786-986.

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This page is for information only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please discuss your results with your doctor.

Booking a test online at Essa Lab is simple and quick.

Once you select your desired test and submit your details on our website, our representative will contact you within 15 minutes to confirm your booking and verify your address.

After confirmation, your test will be scheduled and a phlebotomist will be arranged for sample collect.

All Home Collections Are Conducted Within 60 Minutes (Subject to patient's proximity to branch, weather or law and order conditions)