Iodine, Serum
- Category
- Thyroid
- Sample
- Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
- Reports () Terms & Conditions Report time varies with time of sample collection.
- In 5 days
- Fasting
- No Fasting
- Age
- Above 5 Years
What Is This Test?
Measures iodine in your blood. Iodine is essential for making thyroid hormones.
Why this test is performed?
Assesses iodine deficiency or excess, which can affect thyroid function.
Who should take this test?
Tiredness, weight gain or loss, hair fall, feeling cold or hot, irregular periods, anxiety/palpitations, infertility or pregnancy planning.
Test Preparation
No fasting needed.
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Frequently asked questions
No fasting is needed. You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.
Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm.
Usually within 3–4 days after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.
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