TSH (thyroid test): preparation and practicalities
TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) is the basic test of thyroid function. It is used to investigate an underactive or overactive thyroid and to follow treatment. TSH is measured for example for tiredness, weight change, feeling cold or palpitations, or to follow thyroid medication.
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Appointments and prices updated 16/10/2026. Texts checked 16/10/2026.
How do I prepare?
- Book a laboratory appointment or check whether the site takes samples without one.
- Follow the laboratory's instructions: some tests are taken in the morning or after fasting.
What happens during the examination?
The sample is usually taken from a vein in the crook of the arm. It takes a few minutes.
Do I need a referral?
As a self-paying patient you can go to a private laboratory without a referral. Tests taken without a referral are not reimbursed by Kela. The laboratory may charge a sample-taking fee on top of the test price.
When do I get the results?
Results are usually ready the same or the next working day and appear in the provider's app or My Kanta. It is worth going through them with a doctor.
How much does it cost?
The lowest price in 3 providers' price lists is €69.00 (Terveystalo), the highest €99.10.
Frequently asked questions
When do I get lab test results?
Usually the same or the next working day, in the provider's app or My Kanta.