The thyroid may be small, but it has a big job! This butterfly-shaped gland helps regulate energy, metabolism, mood, and even sleep. When the thyroid isn’t working properly, it can cause symptoms like fatigue, weight changes, anxiety, depression, hair loss, or feeling unusually cold or hot.
At The Wellness Way Coralville, we know that understanding thyroid health isn’t as simple as a single lab test. That’s why we offer a variety of thyroid tests to get the full picture of how the thyroid is functioning—and what might be affecting it.
Thyroid Testing We Offer
We provide a comprehensive set of tests to fully understand thyroid health:
- TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone): The “master regulator” that tells the thyroid how much hormone to make.
- T3 (Free & Total): Measures the active thyroid hormone that affects metabolism, energy, and mood.
- T4 (Free & Total): Measures the main thyroid hormone produced by the thyroid gland.
- Reverse T3: Looks at inactive thyroid hormone that can interfere with energy and metabolism.
- T Uptake: Helps evaluate thyroid function and hormone transport in the blood.
- Thyroid Globulin Antibody & Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody: Detects autoimmune activity that can affect thyroid function, like Hashimoto’s or Graves’ disease.
Why Comprehensive Testing Matters
Thyroid issues can be subtle, and symptoms can overlap with other health problems. Looking at the full range of thyroid markers gives a bigger picture of any underlying factors.
- Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid)
- Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid)
- Autoimmune thyroid conditions
- Hormone imbalances affecting energy, mood, and metabolism
This information allows us to create a personalized plan to support the thyroid, whether through nutrition, lifestyle changes, or targeted supplements.
Supporting The Thyroid Naturally
Alongside testing, we often recommend holistic strategies to help the thyroid function at its best, including:
- Nutrient support (like iodine, selenium, zinc, and vitamin D)
- Gut health optimization
- Stress management and lifestyle adjustments
Take Control of Thyroid Health
Feeling tired, moody, or “off,” may mean the thyroid could be part of the picture. At The Wellness Way Coralville, we provide thorough testing and personalized guidance.
Schedule a consultation today and take the first step toward balanced thyroid health.