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Parathyroid Hormone Blood Test

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Lab locations: UK / Ireland
Results by Email
Date of Birth Requirement
£117.00 GBP

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Overview:

Our Parathyroid Hormone (PTH) Blood Test accurately measures the level of parathyroid hormone in your blood. PTH is crucial for regulating calcium and phosphorus levels in your body, which are essential for maintaining healthy bones, teeth, and overall metabolic functions. This test is essential for diagnosing and monitoring parathyroid disorders, assessing bone health, and ensuring optimal calcium balance.

Who Is This Test For?

This test is ideal for individuals experiencing one or more of the following:

  • Symptoms of Parathyroid Dysfunction:

    • Frequent kidney stones
    • Bone pain or fractures
    • Muscle weakness or fatigue
    • Abnormal heart rhythms
    • Excessive thirst and urination

  • Individuals with a Family History of Parathyroid Disorders:

    • Genetic predisposition to conditions like hyperparathyroidism

  • Those Undergoing Treatment for Related Conditions:

    • Patients receiving treatment for osteoporosis or chronic kidney disease

  • People with Abnormal Calcium Levels:

    • Elevated or low blood calcium levels detected through routine blood tests

What This Test Includes:

Regulates calcium and phosphate levels for proper bone metabolism. Abnormal levels cause bone loss or weakened bones.

Sample needed:

blood sample

Why choose the Parathyroid Hormone Blood Test?

  • Hormonal Insights: Provides essential information about your PTH levels, helping to identify potential parathyroid imbalances.
  • Bone Health Assessment: Aids in diagnosing conditions like osteoporosis and monitoring bone metabolism.
  • Monitor Chronic Conditions: Useful for tracking the progression of chronic kidney disease and other related health issues.
  • Accurate and Reliable: Uses advanced laboratory techniques to ensure precise measurement of PTH levels.
  • Clear and Detailed Results: Receive an easy-to-understand report that explains your PTH levels and their implications for your health.

Results:

  • Availability: Results available within 1 working day.
  • Presentation: Your results will be presented in a clear and concise format, highlighting any areas of concern. Reference ranges will be provided to help you interpret your LH levels. 
  • Discuss with a Doctor: After receiving your results, you may choose to discuss them with a GP who can provide further insights and advise on appropriate actions (additional fee applies).

Preparation Required:

  • Fasting: No fasting is required for this test.
  • Medications: Continue taking any prescribed medications as usual unless advised otherwise by your doctor. 
  • Hydration: Maintain your usual fluid intake before the test.

 
  1. Purchase your test(s) online making sure to give the name and date of birth of the person(s) taking the test. These details are required by the lab to uniquely identify your sample.
  2. You will get a confirmation email from us.
  3. We will process your order within an hour; Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.
  4. Then, look out for the booking link email from our partner laboratory, Randox Health.
  5. Click on the link to book an appointment for your test.
  6. Attend to do your test.
  7. Results are emailed to you.

All laboratories need information regarding the client to uniquely identify their test sample.

Without these details, tests cannot be processed.

The minimum requirement is the full name, biological sex and date of birth.

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We ask for your Biological Sex because NORMAL RANGES for some tests are different for men and women.