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FEMALE HORMONE PANEL

What is a female hormone panel test?

A blood test for female hormones is about information on female reproductive health. They can detect problems associated with fertility, mestruation cycle, or whether a woman is in the perimenopause stage.

What is the role of female hormonal panel in your health and longevity?

The role of female hormone levels is to maintain reproductive functions such as menstrual cycles, menopause, pregnancy and sexual changes in women. Higher levels of female hormones can lead to PCOD (Polycystic ovarian disease) and thyroid problems. Women over 40 of age must have this test, as their hormones will be going through major changes from this point onwards.

Who should get tested for female hormonal panel?

Female hormone panel can be done at any age especially individuals who have symptoms of hormonal imbalance such as irregular periods, excessive bleeding, weakness, weight gain.

What are the types of markers tested in the female hormonal panel?

Some of the hormonal markers include anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH), estradiol, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), free thyroxine (fT4), luteinizing hormone (LH) prolactin, thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). You can do a simple test using your blood sample, called a “female hormonal test” to assess the performance of your hormones.

How should I prepare for the test?

In general, there isn't any specific precautions you have before the test, unless your health care practitioner provides you with any special instructions.

Female hormonal test results. What do they mean?

A complete female hormonal panel test result tells you about the values of your hormones, which are often tested to check whether menopause has begun. High estradiol levels can be associated with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Low levels can mean decreased bone density.

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