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11 Biomarkers
A female hormone blood test measures key endocrine biomarkers (such as oestrogen, progesterone, FSH, LH, thyroid hormones) to assess whether your hormone levels are within optimal range and detect imbalances that may contribute to symptoms such as fatigue, menstrual irregularities or fertility issues.
All blood samples are analysed at NHS labs and reviewed by GPs, giving you access to accurate and personalised insights, with guidance tailored to your specific hormone health.
This test is suitable for women using HRT or experiencing irregular periods. Can be completed at home or in-clinic.
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What gets tested?
11 Biomarkers
Blood sample collection options
WHEN TO TAKE THE TEST?
If you're having a regular period, collect your sample on day 3 of your menstrual cycle (day 1 being the first day of your period), otherwise take the test at any time.
IMPORTANT: If you're using a hormone gel or cream, we would highly recommend the sample is collected via a phlebotomy draw (blood drawn via a vein) due to the risk of contamination.
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11 Biomarkers
Oestradiol
Oestradiol is a steroid hormone primarily produced in the ovaries, essential for the female reproductive system, egg maturation, bone and heart health. Levels fluctuate during the menstrual cycle, peaking at ovulation. Low levels can indicate a problem with ovarian response which can signal the onset of perimenopause or that the ovaries are not working normally.
Progesterone
Progesterone, produced in the ovaries and adrenal glands, regulates the menstrual cycle and prepares the uterine lining for pregnancy. It also influences mood and sleep as well as overall hormonal balance. Levels fluctuate, rising in the second half of the menstrual cycle.
Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) is essential for women's reproductive health. It regulates menstrual cycles, stimulates ovarian follicle growth, and aids oestrogen production. High FSH levels can indicate potential issues, such as the onset of perimenopause.
Luteinising Hormone (LH)
Luteinising Hormone (LH), produced by the pituitary gland, surges mid-cycle to trigger ovulation, making it crucial for menstrual health and fertility. Measuring LH can identify hormone imbalances affecting ovulation, aiding in identifying conditions like PCOS and pituitary disorders. Low levels can cause menstrual irregularities or a lack of periods (amenorrhea).
Testosterone (total)
Testosterone in women, produced in the ovaries and adrenal glands, is vital for muscle growth, metabolism, skin health, libido, mood, and cognitive function. Measuring testosterone can help to identify causes of oily skin, acne, excessive body hair, irregular periods, and conditions such as PCOS. Adequate testosterone in women is essential for wellbeing as well as reproductive health.
Sex Hormone Binding Globulin
Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin (SHBG) is a protein that binds to sex hormones, primarily testosterone and oestrogen, regulating their access to tissues in the body. By measuring SHBG, you can assess free hormone levels, crucial for understanding hormonal balance, reproductive health, and conditions like PCOS and hirsutism.
FAI (calculated)
Free Androgen Index (FAI) estimates the amount of free testosterone in the bloodstream. Measuring FAI in women helps identify hormonal imbalances such as PCOS, manage symptoms like hirsutism and acne, and monitor treatment efficacy, providing insights into overall hormonal health and guiding appropriate interventions for related conditions.
Prolactin
Prolactin helps regulate the menstrual cycle by modulating the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis, ensuring proper timing of reproductive events and contributing to hormonal balance. It also stimulates milk production after childbirth. Too much prolactin can inhibit FSH and LH production leading to menstrual irregularities and anovulation.
Thryoid hormones
Thyroid hormones help to control the rate at which your body converts food into energy. Thyroid imbalances can lead to problems with weight, energy and mood.
Unstable oestrogen and progesterone cause irregular menstrual cycles. Restore balance and routine by finding your baseline.
Fluctuating hormones can make it hard to conceive. Monitor your levels to understand your hormone health and simplify family planning.
Get symptom relief and guide your HRT plan with data from your oestrogen, progesterone, FSH, and LH levels.
Low oestrogen can cause thinning hair. Discover your levels and take back control of your confidence and appearance.
Hormones can impact how you lose and gain weight. Check key markers related to weight management to identify the cause and achieve your goals.
Frustrated by unexplained breakouts? Excess testosterone may be the cause. Pinpoint the culprit and gain lasting clarity for your skin.
Progesterone influences mood and sleep. Find the hormonal stability you need to feel balanced, calm, and well.
Are poor sleep and fatigue controlling your day? Low progesterone can be the cause. Find the hormonal balance for restful nights.
If you're experiencing a reduced sex drive, low testosterone or oestrogen may be the cause. Reclaim your libido and your confidence.
Getting the insights you need to improve your health has never been easier.
It only takes a few minutes to collect a small blood sample from your fingertip for the female hormone blood test. Use the Tracked-24 envelope included in your kit to securely send it to our labs.
You’ll receive your results within 2 working days of your sample reaching our lab. You can view them in our mobile app, including key insights into your hormone network, an optional doctor’s comment, and a detailed report.
Your detailed report highlights areas for improvement, helping you make informed changes to balance your hormones, whether that’s starting HRT or making lifestyle changes.
Understanding your hormone levels is key to maintaining optimal health and addressing specific symptoms. Our hormone blood tests for women enable you to:
The best time to test female hormone levels depends on your menstrual cycle.
For women still having regular periods, blood samples are usually taken on day three of the cycle to assess baseline hormones, and again around day 21 to check progesterone.
If you are perimenopausal or postmenopausal, you can test at any time, as hormone levels are less cyclical.
Abnormal female hormone levels can indicate an imbalance in your reproductive or thyroid system.
Understanding your hormone levels helps identify the root cause of symptoms and supports more personalised health decisions.
A healthy female hormone range varies depending on your age, cycle phase, and whether you are premenopausal or postmenopausal.
Typical patterns include:
Your test report compares your levels with normal reference ranges to show whether they are low, optimal, or high for your stage of life.
Female hormone health scores drop drastically in women over 40 - from 77 at their peak in women aged 31-40, down to 53 in women over 60. Check your scores with our female blood test to get personalised insights and goals with HealthCoach.
Translates biomarker results into female health scores for reproductive and thyroid health.
Oestradiol
Healthy
195 (nmol/l)
Next target 274 - 566 (nmol/l)
Get achievable, incremental targets tailored to your current hormone levels, ensuring progress at every stage.
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NEEDS ATTENTION
Your results show low range levels of FSH compared with women who are not taking hormone contraception and having natural periods. These results are consistent with someone taking a form of progesterone contraception that suppresses your hormone network.
Get tailored advice which considers age, hormone treatments and menstrual cycle.
"A Female Hormone Imbalance Test is vital for women's hormonal health. It assesses oestrogen, progesterone, and other hormone levels, helping diagnose issues like PCOS or menopause-related imbalances. This knowledge can help you manage symptoms, enhance fertility, and make informed decisions about your reproductive health and overall well-being, improving quality of life."
Dr Thom Phillips
Clinical lead
Our team of specialist doctors, dieticians and biomedical scientists are here to help you be in the best of health.
This is what our customers ask us about the most. For more information, try our help centre.
What is a female hormone test?
A female hormone test measures the levels of key hormones in your blood, helping to assess hormonal balance and overall health. For women, hormone testing can provide insights into reproductive health, menstrual cycle irregularities, fertility, and conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) or perimenopause.
When is the best time to test for hormone imbalance?
The best time to test depends on what you’re investigating. If you’re checking for general hormone balance, you can test at any time. However, for specific conditions:
If you have irregular cycles or are unsure, our team can help guide you on the best time to test.
What are the main female hormones?
The key hormones that regulate women’s reproductive health include:
What causes a hormone imbalance in women?
Hormone imbalances are generally triggered by three categories:
What are the common symptoms of a female hormone imbalance?
Symptoms can be varied and often overlap with other conditions. If you are experiencing several of the following, a hormone check is recommended:
I’m using HRT, can I use this blood test?
Yes, our female hormone test is suitable for women using HRT.
It can be used to monitor your hormone levels when using HRT, giving you insights into whether it’s working for you and empowering you with data to take to your GP to alter your medication.
If you use HRT gel, we recommend taking your blood sample from a finger on the hand that doesn’t come into contact with the gel or wearing a glove when applying it. This helps prevent contamination of your sample.
How do I treat a hormone imbalance?
The first step in treating an imbalance is to understand what the problem is. Some imbalances are natural, such as during your menstrual cycle, as there is nothing to treat.
Imbalances caused by conditions like PCOS or thyroid disorders may require medication. You should speak to your doctor about your options after receiving your results.
Lifestyle changes may be the answer to your hormone imbalance. Obesity, lack of sleep and high-stress levels can all impact your hormone network. Changing your diet, getting more exercise and reducing your cortisol levels through better sleep can all help to rebalance your hormones.
Your results will include commentary from one of our medical team, who will advise on what you should do next.
How do hormone levels fluctuate during the menstrual cycle?
Oestrogen rises before ovulation, progesterone peaks mid-luteal, then both dip before menstruation
Can I have someone take my blood for me?
Yes, there are 3 options for collecting a blood sample for the female hormone test;
Are my results confidential?
Your information and results are completely confidential. We won’t share them with anyone other than you. Your results are delivered through our mobile app, which you’ll need an account to access. All packaging is discreet, too.
When will I get my results?
Your blood test results will be delivered to your account within 2 days of your sample reaching our labs.
How soon will the test arrive?
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 Tracked24, so it should be with you within 1-2 working days.
How secure is my data?
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.
Learn more about your data security.
Can I have someone take my blood for me?
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.
Does a doctor review my results?
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.
Can I download the results to share with my GP?
Yes, you can download your results from your health dashboard as a PDF to share with your GP.
Learn how to export your results.
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