November 2025

Thyroid disorders affect millions of Indians, particularly women — yet they remain among the most misdiagnosed endocrine conditions. Symptoms overlap with modern life: fatigue, weight changes, anxiety, hair fall, irregular cycles. Often, a single TSH test is ordered, deemed “fine,” and the investigation ends. That’s where the mistake begins. Why TSH Alone Isn’t Enough Thyroid function depends on a complex feedback system involving T3, T4, pituitary signalling, nutrient availability, and stress hormones. A “normal” TSH does not guarantee optimal thyroid performance. Subclinical hypothyroidism, autoimmune thyroiditis, and stress-induced thyroid suppression frequently go undetected without comprehensive testing. NATLABS’ Complete Thyroid Profiling Our panels assess: • TSH, Free T3, Free T4 • Thyroid antibody markers where indicated • Nutrient contributors like iodine, iron, and B12 Accurate diagnosis prevents years of unnecessary medication — or years of untreated dysfunction. The thyroid doesn’t fail suddenly. It fades. Testing must be precise enough to notice.

Most lab reports offer comfort in a single word: Normal. But biology doesn’t operate in binaries. Health exists on a spectrum, and “borderline” is often where disease quietly begins. A fasting sugar of 98 mg/dL. Cholesterol just under the cut-off. TSH hovering at the upper limit. Individually, these values may not trigger alarm. Collectively, they tell a story of strain — one that rarely receives timely attention. Why Borderline Is Not Benign Reference ranges are statistical averages, not personalised thresholds. They include people on the verge of illness. For someone with family history, stress exposure, or sedentary habits, borderline values may represent early dysfunction rather than reassurance. This is how metabolic disease, thyroid disorders, and cardiovascular risk evolve — slowly, silently, and “within range.” NATLABS’ Interpretive Advantage At NATLABS, results are evaluated contextually. We look at trends, ratios, and combinations, not isolated numbers. Borderline today often means actionable tomorrow — if recognised early. Health doesn’t collapse overnight. It drifts. Diagnostics should catch the drift.