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Menopause
Menopause
How do you want to take your sample?
Please choose one option below-
Collect your own finger prick sample at home Free
Self sampling kit containing everything you need to take your own sample at home.
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Venous blood sample at a Superdrug Clinic +£35.00
Visit one of Superdrug's clinics across the UK where a healthcare professional will take your sample from a vein in your arm. We’ll email you instructions on how to book after we’ve processed your order.
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Book at home venous blood sample with a nurse +£59.00
Book an appointment for a nurse to visit your home and take your blood sample from a vein your arm.
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Arrange own venous sample with a healthcare professional Free
Make an appointment with a healthcare professional of your choice to have your venous blood sample taken. You will be responsible for arranging your appointment and any additional fees.
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✅ Results expected within 2 working days
Our Menopause Blood Test measures five key hormones that play a role in your reproductive cycle and metabolism, including FSH, LH, and Oestradiol, which are essential for assessing menopause status. It also checks TSH and Free Thyroxine levels to provide insights into thyroid function.
Why Choose This Test?
If you're experiencing symptoms such as:
- Hot flushes
- Night sweats
- Mood swings
- Irregular periods
This test can help determine whether you're in menopause and provide valuable information to guide discussions with your healthcare provider about managing your symptoms. It may also be helpful if you have a family history of early menopause and want to assess your own risk.
What This Test Offers
This blood test provides a comprehensive overview of your hormonal health during this significant life transition, helping you make informed decisions about your well-being.
Convenient Testing Options:
- At-Home Finger-Prick Sample: Quick and easy to do yourself.
- Superdrug Partner Clinics: Available across the UK for professional venous sample collection.
- Home Nurse Visit: Arrange for one of our nurses or your healthcare professional to collect a venous sample in the comfort of your home.
Your results will normally be ready within two working days of receipt of your sample at our laboratory and delivered to you securely via our online patient portal, ensuring privacy and easy access.
Take control of your hormonal health—order your Menopause Blood Test today.
Hormones
FSH
LH
Luteinising Hormone (LH) is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that plays a crucial role in male and female fertility. In females, LH levels increase sharply around the middle of the menstrual cycle, causing ovulation to occur. It is also responsible for the formation of the corpus luteum, which produces progesterone to prepare the uterus for pregnancy. In males, LH stimulates the production of testosterone in the Leydig cells of the testes, which is essential for the development of male reproductive organs and secondary sexual characteristics.
Oestradiol
Oestradiol is a steroid hormone that is primarily produced in the ovaries of women and to a lesser extent in the testes of men. It is one of three types of estrogen and has important functions in regulating the female reproductive system, as well as promoting breast tissue growth and maintaining bone density. Oestradiol levels naturally fluctuate throughout the menstrual cycle, peaking at ovulation in pre-menopausal women. As women age, their oestradiol levels decrease and eventually stop altogether with menopause. Low levels of oestradiol can lead to symptoms commonly associated with menopause such as hot flushes, night sweats, and mood swings. Additionally, low levels of oestradiol can increase the risk of developing osteoporosis.
Thyroid Hormones
TSH
Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that regulates the production of thyroid hormones thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3) by the thyroid gland. TSH levels increase when thyroid hormone levels are low, and decrease when thyroid hormone levels are high. Abnormal TSH levels can indicate problems with the thyroid gland, such as under or overproduction of thyroid hormones. It can also be a result of pituitary gland disorders.
Free thyroxine
Thyroxine (T4) is one of the two primary hormones produced by the thyroid gland. It plays a vital role in regulating metabolic processes in the body. T4 is mostly bound to carrier proteins in the blood, and only a small amount of it exists in its free or unbound form. In contrast to free T3, free T4 is relatively inactive, but it is still essential for normal body function. When the body requires thyroid hormone, free T4 is converted to the more active form, free T3.
Sampling special instructions
Prepare for your Hormone Panel Blood Test by following the instructions included in your test kit. It is recommended to schedule the test between days 2 and 5 of your menstrual cycle, where day 1 is the first day of your period. If you are not menstruating, the test can be taken at any time. Fasting is not required for this test, but it is important to inform your healthcare provider about any medications or hormonal therapies you are currently taking, as they may affect the test results. Avoid vigorous exercise on the day before the test, as it may impact hormone levels. Ensure that you are well-hydrated before the test by drinking plenty of water.