How often should I check TSH levels?
If you are showing any symptoms of Hypo/hyperthyroidism, such as being incapable of regulating your temperature, skipping periods without pregnancy or significant weight gain while keeping your same eating habits, we recommend you test using the TSH blood test. If you are being treated by a doctor for Hypo/hyperthyroidism, this test is also ideal to monitor your TSH levels to gauge improvement. According to the American Thyroid Association, your TSH levels should be checked at 6-8 weeks after a thyroid hormone adjustment.
Why does this test only use the TSH biomarker?
At this time, our thyroid function tests only test for thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH). TSH is responsible for creating other thyroid hormones — T3 and T4. If the TSH baseline levels are abnormal, it will indicate a potential for hypo/hyperthyroidism. Using the results, an endocrinologist can provide further thyroid testing to delve deeper if necessary.
What will my results tell me?
Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) levels determine if you have an underactive or overactive thyroid — the organ that keeps your metabolism under control. These insights into your thyroid health can be used to engage a healthcare professional and follow-up with treatment for any issues found. This may include; reducing stress, iodine supplements, medication, exercise plans and dietary changes. Read more about thyroid stimulating exercise.
Who should take this test?
This female-only test measures your Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) levels to determine if you have an underactive or overactive thyroid. The thyroid is the organ that keeps your metabolism under control. An out-of-control metabolism can lead to autoimmune problems and chronic conditions such as diabetes or heart disease. This test is ideal for:
- Those with type 1 diabetes
- Those with a family history of thyroid issues
- Women aged 60+
- Women who have been pregnant within the past 6 months
- Those with iodine exposure or deficiency
- Smokers
- Those who have had neck surgery or have been exposed to radiation around the neck
- Those with a family history of thyroid issues
- Females aged 50+ who have general thyroid concerns
Who can order an imaware™ test?
This test is only for adults aged 18 and older. Unfortunately, this test is not available in the state of New York due to state regulations.
Can my doctor use imaware™ results?
Yes. All of our tests are performed by CLIA-certified labs, the gold standard in lab testing quality regulation. Within your results report you will also find detailed information intended for your healthcare professional. They can use this information to interpret your test results clearly. To see an example of this, you can request a sample report at the top of this page.
How should I prepare for this test?
You do not need to fast. You need to take this test in the morning within 3 hours of waking up to correctly capture accurate hormone levels. Please return your sample via delivery carrier on the same day.
Are imaware™ results as accurate as a lab-based test?
Yes. Not only are your results as accurate as traditional lab tests, but we’re actually the first at-home small volume blood testing company to have our data and methods peer-reviewed by the scientific and medical community — which helps validate our claims and our results reports. Read more about our peer review and scientific validation.
How do I receive my test results?
You’ll receive an email from us within 7 days of your sample return. The email will contain a link to view and download your test results on our secure digital health platform once they’ve been analyzed by our labs and reviewed by a doctor.
Are imaware™ test results reviewed by a doctor?
Yes, all our test results are reviewed by a physician during the lab analysis process to ensure the third party validation of your results.
My state requires physician orders for tests like imaware™. Do you provide this for me?
Yes, we provide physician orders for every test in every state (even those that do not require them). You don’t need to get a prescription or pay extra for this service as it’s included in the purchase price of each test.
