Helps regulate the menstrual cycle, and supports pregnancy
Progesterone Blood Test
Lab locations: UK / Ireland
Results by Email
Date of Birth Requirement
Regular price
£61.00 GBP
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Overview:
Our Progesterone Blood Test accurately measures the level of progesterone, a vital hormone essential for regulating the menstrual cycle, maintaining pregnancy, and supporting overall reproductive health. This test is crucial for diagnosing hormonal imbalances, assessing fertility issues, and monitoring various medical conditions related to progesterone levels.
Who Is This Test For?
This test is ideal for individuals experiencing one or more of the following:
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For Women:
- Irregular menstrual cycles
- Difficulty conceiving or infertility
- Symptoms of luteal phase defect
- Recurrent miscarriages
- Unexplained vaginal bleeding
- Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) or Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
- Symptoms of menopause (e.g., hot flauhes, night sweats)
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For Men:
- Symptoms of hormonal imbalance such as fatigue or mood swings
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Both Genders:
- Unexplained weight gain or loss
- Mood swings, anxiety, or depression
- Bone density concerns
What This Test Includes:
Sample needed:
Why choose the Progesterone Blood Test?
- Comprehensive Hormonal Insights: Provides essential information about your progesterone levels to identify potential hormonal imbalances.
- Fertility Assessment: Helps diagnose fertility issues in women, guiding effective treatment plans.
- Monitor Health Conditions: Useful for tracking the progression of conditions like PCOS, luteal phase defects, and hormone-related therapies.
- Accurate and Reliable: Uses advanced laboratory techniques to ensure precise measurement of progesterone levels.
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Clear and Detailed Results: Receive an easy-to-understand report that explains your progesterone levels and their implications for your health.
Results?
- Availability: Results available within 1-2 working days.
- Presentation: Your results will be presented in a clear and concise format, highlighting any areas of concern. Reference ranges will be provided to help you interpret your progesterone levels. Along with your results, you'll receive personalized recommendations on next steps, such as lifestyle adjustments or consulting a healthcare professional.
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Discuss with a Doctor: After receiving your results, you may choose to discuss them with a GP who can provide further insights and advise on appropriate actions (additional fee applies).
Preparation Required:
- Fasting: No fasting is required for this test.
- Medications: Continue taking any prescribed medications as usual unless advised otherwise by your doctor. Inform us of any supplements or over-the-counter medications you are taking, as some may affect hormone levels.
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Timing: For women, progesterone levels fluctuate throughout the menstrual cycle. It is recommended to have the test done during the luteal phase (typically between day 21-23 of a 28-day cycle) for the most accurate results.
- Purchase your test(s) online making sure to give the name and date of birth of the person(s) taking the test. These details are required by the lab to uniquely identify your sample.
- You will get a confirmation email from us.
- We will process your order within an hour; Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.
- Then, look out for the booking link email from our partner laboratory, Randox Health.
- Click on the link to book an appointment for your test.
- Attend to do your test.
- Results are emailed to you.
All laboratories need information regarding the client to uniquely identify their test sample.
Without these details, tests cannot be processed.
The minimum requirement is the full name, biological sex and date of birth.
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We ask for your Biological Sex because NORMAL RANGES for some tests are different for men and women.