Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Blood Test

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common health condition that affects up to 10% of women during their reproductive years. The most obvious symptoms of PCOS are cysts on the ovaries, however, symptoms such as irregular periods, elevated androgen levels (male hormones such as testosterone), and metabolic issues resulting in diabetes and high blood pressure. The underlying cause of PCOS is unclear.

You can find more information in our guide PCOS: Symptoms & Diagnosis.

PCOS can often go under the radar, as the symptoms vary from person to person, and can be hard to diagnose. Irregular periods are a common symptom, and could be an indicator of polycystic ovary syndrome.

If you’re concerned you may be suffering from PCOS, a blood test is a good way to check your hormone levels, and can get you on the path to getting help.

PCOS often causes a hormonal imbalance, which can lead to irregular menstrual cycles. This can make it harder for you to conceive, but doesn’t mean you’re infertile. If you’re struggling to conceive, a PCOS blood test could help identify elevated androgen levels (male hormones) which could be causing irregular periods.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) can present with a variety of symptoms, and the severity and combination of these symptoms can vary among women. Not everyone with PCOS will experience all of the symptoms, and some may not exhibit noticeable symptoms. Common symptoms of PCOS include:

• Irregular Menstrual Cycles
• Ovulatory Dysfunction
• Excess Androgen Hormones
• Polycystic Ovaries
• Insulin Resistance
• Weight Changes
• Hair Thinning on your head or excessive hair growth or Male-Pattern Baldness
• Skin Changes
• Mood Changes

Losing weight with PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) can be challenging, but it’s important for managing symptoms and improving overall health. Insulin resistance is common in PCOS, and it can contribute to weight gain. Include foods with a low glycemic index in your diet, such as whole grains, legumes, and non-starchy vegetables. Regular exercise can also improve insulin sensitivity.

If you order your test before midday on a Monday to Friday then your kit will be dispatched
the same day.

All our kits are sent out via Royal Mail first class post, so it should be with you within 1-2
working days.

We have strict processes in place to ensure the protection of your data. Following GDPR the company also operates under tight legal rules about the sharing of data which ensures that data is only shared if it is crucial to the delivery of our service. For example, our doctors see customer results at the time of review, however, after review, access to results is withdrawn.

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Yes. We offer two options if you do not want to do our finger prick test. The first is a home appointment where a nurse comes to your home to take a blood sample. The second is to visit a Phlebotomy clinic near you that offers a blood sample service.

A blood sample will be taken from your vein and we will provide you with everything you need to give to the nurse to allow them to take the sample.

The nurse will give you the blood sample to return to us using the pre-paid envelope provided.

We have a team of doctors and nurses who look at all results and will comment on any results that are outside of the normal range for your age.

Yes, you can download your results from your health dashboard as a PDF to share with your GP.

Learn how to export your results.