The hormone profile in the Advanced panel measures oestradiol and follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), with testosterone and SHBG. At The Wellness in Marylebone it costs £650, as the Advanced Health panel, with results in 48 to 72 hours and a doctor to explain the result.
The hormone profile in the Advanced panel measures oestradiol and follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), with testosterone and SHBG. The fertility add on measures AMH, an estimate of ovarian reserve, with progesterone and prolactin.
A doctor may ask for it if periods are irregular or have stopped, if you are planning a pregnancy, or if polycystic ovary syndrome is suspected.
Over 45, menopause is diagnosed on symptoms and periods rather than on a hormone level, because levels swing from day to day.
If you have periods, the sample is usually taken on day 2 to 5 of the cycle. Progesterone is timed about 7 days before the next period is due. Hormonal contraception changes the result, so tell the doctor if you use it.
Over 45, usually not, and it is not needed. Under 45, or where something else may be going on, a doctor may use FSH to help.
It estimates how many eggs remain. It does not predict the chance of a natural pregnancy month to month.
Choose a panel and a time for the draw in clinic. A doctor reads the result before it reaches you, and rings or writes with what it means and what to do next. Or ring 020 3951 3429.