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Thyroxine-binding Globulin (TBG), serum Blood Test
Item # LC001735
Measures the carrier for the thyroid hormones T4 & T3
Thyroxine-binding Globulin (TBG), serum Blood Test
Item # LC001735
Measures the carrier for the thyroid hormones T4 & T3
If you’ve been undergoing thyroid hormone therapy or are investigating a thyroid disorder, this test will assess your levels of thyroxine-binding globulin, which carries thyroid hormones T3 and T4 in the blood. This test also may be useful in assessing pituitary function.
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Thyroxine-binding globulin (TBG) is one of three proteins responsible for carrying the thyroid hormones thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3) in the bloodstream. These hormones can be found in two forms: free or attached to a protein. The greatest percentage of thyroid hormones are attached to TBG. This test can be used to:
Instructions Fasting is not required for this test. Take all medications as prescribed. |
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