Menstrual Cycle Mapping uses repeated dried-urine samples to track hormone markers over the course of a month. The 1 Month Hormone Test for Women product page says to collect a urine sample on a filter card every other morning for one month. This article is a general overview; use the Menstrual Cycle Mapping Instructions PDF for the exact start day, collection steps and kit-specific handling.
What does the mapping measure?
The product page lists four measurements: PDG, a progesterone metabolite; E1G, an estrogen metabolite; luteinizing hormone (LH); and creatinine. Repeated samples are intended to show patterns across the month, rather than a single-day snapshot. Results should be discussed with a qualified healthcare professional and are not, on their own, a diagnosis.
Plan the month-long collection
Before starting, read the kit instructions and check when the first sample should be collected. Follow the every-other-morning schedule in the guide, and use a fresh filter card for each required sample. Mark the collection date as you go and complete the requisition paperwork as directed. Do not substitute a cycle-day schedule from another test; the exact instructions for this kit are in the linked PDF.
Dry and store the cards
Follow the kit guide for preparing, labeling and drying each urine card. The product page says the dried cards can be stored at room temperature and do not need refrigeration or freezing. Keep samples organized and return them using the packaging and shipping instructions supplied with the kit.
Check whether the test suits you
The product page says this test is not designed for people using birth control or hormone supplements, or for post-menopausal women. If any of those apply to you, ask a qualified healthcare professional or the laboratory about suitability before ordering. The page states that results are sent within 3–5 working days after the laboratory receives the samples.
Explore the test
Browse the Menstrual Cycle Mapping collection or read the full test details. Keep the collection instructions with your kit throughout the month.
This article is for general information and sample-collection guidance only, not medical advice. Follow the kit instructions and discuss personal health questions or results with a qualified healthcare professional.