While many labs only look at Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) to assess thyroid function, we believe it is critical to also measure Free Triiodothyronine (fT3), Free Thyroxine (fT4) and TPO antibodies.
Our at-home test kits let you test wherever you are, including the comfort of your couch.
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In most cases, you can use your HSA/FSA account to pay for your at-home thyroid blood test.
Your Paloma Health test is authorized by a physician, so it should fit the guidelines for most HSA/FSA coverage.Your Paloma Health test kit purchase can be submitted for reimbursement through HSA/FSA benefits.
As always, be sure to check with your specific HSA/FSA benefits coordinator for clarification on the specific requirements for reimbursement including usage, protocol, and qualifications.
You don't have to stop taking your thyroid meds or supplements to take this test. You also don't need to fast.
This is an at-home health test that doesn't require an office visit. Unfortunately, most health insurance companies do not cover the cost of these at-home blood tests. However, Paloma Health's tests are typically priced lower than out-of-pocket costs associated with such visits.
As always, this will depend on your own coverage but we encourage you to check with your insurance company to see whether they will cover all or some of the cost of our at-home thyroid test.
When discussing coverage, it is important that your carrier understands specifically what the test is and what it is testing for. Be sure to mention the following key points:
- The test is taken at home via a blood sample and analyzed by our partner laboratories
- The test measures: TSH, Free T3, Free T4, Anti-TPO Antibodies
- The report measures the above markers and reports on whether they are high, low, or within the normal healthy range.
The Paloma Health at-home kit is for both patients who have been previously diagnosed with hypothyroidism but also for people who think they might have hypothyroidism.In both cases knowing your hormone levels and making sure that they are within range is very important.
Yes. We worked with top thyroid doctors to select a panel of the most comprehensive set of biomarkers that can help patients understand their thyroid function. For each hormone you test, we’ll provide plenty of context on what the hormone is and why it’s important. The thyroid gland is complex and hormones are one (important!) piece of the puzzle.
Very! Every Paloma Health test is ordered by a doctor. A physician will also review your results before they are returned as well and your sample will be processed in a CLIA and CAP accredited lab.
Your Paloma Health report comes with personalized explanations around each thyroid hormone and what your levels mean, all in human speak.
We recommend to retest every 6months if you did not get a new prescription. If you had a recent change in dose or medication, we recommend to test after 8 weeks.You should also retest whenever you feel that the symptoms are coming back.
Yes, our blood tests only require a prick of the finger. Our other tests may require saliva or urine samples. Paloma Health tests are considered safe to complete while pregnant. Normal ranges change for pregnant patients, please reach out to your physician to double check normal ranges for pregnat women.
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