Venient Fx Thyroid Function Basic
Test Description
Venient Fx Thyroid Function Basic is a disruptive, non-invasive test that provides primary information about the thyroid function.
Based on a routine blood analysis and powered by both proprietary machine learning and public algorithms, it provides highly accurate primary diagnostic information, including the likelihood of thyroid diseases such as hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism. As a first line test, the results of the parameters included in it are useful in guiding through diagnostic, prognostic and therapeutic options. Although these results are usually preliminary, in some cases, they can be definitive.
It is based on the determination of thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) and free thyroxine (free T4).
In case of a positive result, the diagnostic report may suggest the performance of a specific test of secondary choice, in order to deepen the diagnostic information, confirm therapies, establish prognoses or follow up the disease.
If thyroid disease is suggested, other tests will be recommended as appropriate.
Screening recommendations
The United States Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) concludes that current evidence is insufficient to evaluate the balance of benefits and harms of screening for thyroid dysfunction in asymptomatic non-pregnant adults.
However, Kience Inc. recommends the Venient Fx Thyroid Function Basic test to treat patients presenting with symptoms, signs or suspicion of disease: hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, Graves-Basedow disease, thyroid nodule, thyroid dysfunction secondary to drugs, pregnancy.
Intended Use
The target population for Venient Fx Thyroid Function Basic are patients with clinical suspicion of: hypothyroidism; hyperthyroidism; Graves-Basedow disease; thyroid nodule; thyroid alteration secondary to drugs; pregnancy, among others.
Sample Clinical Vignette
A 47-year-old-female visits her healthcare provider because increased tiredness, swollen major articulations and edema on lower limbs. Her weight is increasing substantially in the past year. On physical exam, her BP is 110/60 HR 65 bpm. Previous weight was 145 pounds and now 215 pounds. A blood sample is sent to stablish thyroid function.
Required Laboratory Determinations
Serum Hormones —Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH), Thyroxine Free (T4 Free)—.