How to check thyroid test at home with saliva?

Question

My wife saw some videos online talking about checking thyroid at home using saliva. Is this actually a reliable method, or is it just another social media trend?

Amit Bagga · Accepted Answer

I only use saliva to taste some spicy golgappas! For thyroid, standard blood tests are the only real way, don't rely on saliva kits.

Shweta Vyas · Answer

Thyroid cannot be accurately measured through saliva tests in general practice. Please stick to the standard empty-stomach blood test for your safety.

Vijay Kumar · Answer

As someone managing diabetes, I know how important accurate lab reports are. Saliva tests for thyroid are not standard; you should definitely go for the blood TSH test.

Meghna Das · Answer

Oh, is saliva testing even possible for thyroid? I had only heard about blood tests from my family.

Tanvi Sareen · Answer

I know how exhausting it is to search for easier ways to test because you dread needles or doctors. But getting the blood test done is the only way to get peace of mind and start healing.

Geetha Pillai · Answer

Yes, salivary thyroid tests are not standard in India. Please book a proper blood test.

Ramesh Solanki · Answer

I wasted time on fancy alternative tests before and regretted it later. Save your time and get a proper blood test done from a standard lab.

Divya Rao · Answer

Hey, I also read about saliva kits online, but my doctor told me they are not accurate at all. Better to just get a standard blood test done at home.

Karan Johar · Answer

Saliva tests are not reliable for thyroid. You must get a blood test done.

Prem Prakash · Answer

Don't worry too much about alternative tests. A simple blood test is very easy and highly accurate.

How to check thyroid test at home with saliva?

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Consult a endocrinologist

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