Triiodothyronine or T3 is a vital hormone which is secreted by our body's thyroid gland. This hormone helps to regulate body temperature, metabolism and heart rate. A Triiodothyronine (T3) Test helps to measure the amount of free and protein-bound Triiodothyronine hormone in the blood samples. This test indicates the proper functioning of the thyroid gland.
Helps to know the amount of Triiodothyronine hormone in the blood
It helps to determine whether the thyroid gland is functioning properly or not as both high and low values indicate of several medical conditions in the body.