BASIC BIOICHEMISTRY, Page 10

The sGH (STH) test, i.e., the somatotropic hormone (growth hormone, GH), assesses its blood level.

The sodium test is a blood test that measures the concentration of sodium in the blood.

The soluble transferrin receptor (sTfR) test measures the level of soluble transferrin receptor in the blood.  

The T3 test, which measures triiodothyronine levels, is used to evaluate thyroid function. This hormone plays a crucial role in regulating metabolism, energy balance, and the...

The T4 test, or thyroxine test, is used to assess thyroid function. Thyroxine is the primary thyroid hormone that affects metabolism, growth, and development in the body.

The total acid phosphatase (ACP) test is used to measure the level of acid phosphatase enzyme in the blood.  

The total bilirubin test is a blood test that measures the level of this substance in the blood.

Total iron binding capacity is a laboratory test that evaluates the ability of blood plasma to bind and transport iron.  

The total protein test is a blood test that measures the overall amount of proteins in the blood, including albumin and globulins.

The total testosterone test measures the level of this hormone in the blood. Testosterone is crucial for the development of male sexual characteristics, muscle mass, bone...

The TRAK test (anti-TSHR) is a blood test that detects the presence of antibodies targeting the receptors of the TSH hormone.

Transferrin is a protein found in the blood that serves to transport iron throughout the body. Transferrin testing is conducted to assess the iron stores in the body and...