{"title":"Dried Blood Spot Tests (DBS)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Adults and Children\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConvenient at-home Dried Blood Spot Tests (DBS) for men, women, and children — no clinic visit required. Simply collect a small finger-prick blood sample and post it to our accredited laboratory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResults are analysed by PhD-level scientists using LC-MS\/MS and ICP-MS methodology. Clear, personalised reports are returned within 3–5 working days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur dried blood spot range covers sex hormones including Estradiol, Progesterone, Testosterone, DHEA-S, Cortisol, SHBG, FSH, LH, and AMH. Thyroid and autoimmune markers include TSH, Free T3, Free T4, and TPO Antibodies. Metabolic and cardiovascular markers include HbA1c, Cholesterol, Triglycerides, hs-CRP, and PSA. We also test for essential minerals and toxic elements such as Zinc, Magnesium, Selenium, Copper, Mercury, and Cadmium, as well as Vitamin D2 and D3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese tests are suitable for adults and children experiencing fatigue, weight changes, mood swings, thyroid issues, or fertility concerns, as well as those monitoring HRT or TRT.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"luteinizing-hormone-lh-testing-kit-blood-spot","title":"LH and FSH Hormone Fertility Test | 2 Markers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTest ID:\u003c\/strong\u003e B-204 LH and FSH fertility test | \u003cstrong\u003eSample Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried Blood Spot | \u003cstrong\u003eTest Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e ECLIA — electrochemiluminescence immunoassay | \u003cstrong\u003eResults:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 Working Days | \u003cstrong\u003eLaboratory:\u003c\/strong\u003e ZRT Laboratory – CLIA Certified | \u003cstrong\u003eReport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specialist Doctor Comment Included | \u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults | \u003cstrong\u003eCollect Sample At Home:\u003c\/strong\u003e No Clinic Visit Required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLH and FSH fertility test - Understand the Hormonal Signals Behind Your Reproductive Health \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIrregular periods, difficulty conceiving or symptoms of low testosterone can leave you searching for answers. The \u003cstrong\u003eLH \u0026amp; FSH Fertility Test\u003c\/strong\u003e measures two important hormones involved in reproductive function, helping you understand whether changes in hormonal signalling deserve further investigation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLuteinising Hormone (LH)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFollicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH)\u003c\/strong\u003e carry messages from the pituitary gland to the ovaries in women and the testes in men. Together, they help regulate ovulation, ovarian hormone production, testosterone production and sperm development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis convenient \u003cstrong\u003eat-home finger-prick blood spot test\u003c\/strong\u003e measures both hormones using \u003cstrong\u003eelectrochemiluminescence immunoassay (ECLIA)\u003c\/strong\u003e technology. Your results include laboratory interpretation to help you discuss the findings and your next steps with a healthcare practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Does LH \u0026amp; FSH Fertility Test Measure?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHormoneIn WomenIn MenLH — Luteinising Hormone\u003c\/strong\u003eSupports ovarian hormone production and triggers ovulation through the mid-cycle LH surge.Stimulates the Leydig cells in the testes to produce testosterone.\u003cstrong\u003eFSH — Follicle-Stimulating Hormone\u003c\/strong\u003eStimulates ovarian follicle development and supports egg maturation.Acts on the Sertoli cells in the testes to support sperm production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring both hormones provides focused information about communication between the pituitary gland and the reproductive organs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Women: Explore Menstrual Changes and Fertility Concerns\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Should Consider This Test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLH and FSH testing may be useful if you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave irregular, infrequent or absent periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre experiencing difficulty conceiving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant a baseline assessment of reproductive hormone signalling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave concerns about ovarian function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave symptoms suggesting PCOS, particularly menstrual changes alongside acne or excess facial or body hair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre experiencing menstrual changes, hot flushes or night sweats that may relate to changes in ovarian function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave been advised to check LH and FSH before or during fertility treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Can This Test Help?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour ConcernWhat LH and FSH Can Help ExploreIrregular or absent periods\u003c\/strong\u003eWhether pituitary signals to the ovaries are elevated, reduced or following a pattern that warrants further assessment.\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty conceiving\u003c\/strong\u003eHormonal factors affecting ovarian stimulation and reproductive function.\u003cstrong\u003eConcerns about ovarian reserve\u003c\/strong\u003eEarly-cycle FSH provides information about ovarian responsiveness; AMH and oestradiol can add useful context.\u003cstrong\u003ePossible PCOS\u003c\/strong\u003eLH and FSH contribute to the wider assessment alongside symptoms, androgen measurements and other investigations.\u003cstrong\u003ePossible early menopause or reduced ovarian function\u003c\/strong\u003eElevated FSH, interpreted with age, symptoms and menstrual history, can support further investigation.\u003cstrong\u003eFertility treatment planning\u003c\/strong\u003eBaseline hormone information that your fertility practitioner can use alongside other assessments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderstanding FSH Results in Women\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFSH stimulates follicles within the ovaries to develop. During early-cycle testing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigher FSH\u003c\/strong\u003e may indicate that the ovaries need stronger stimulation, which can occur with reduced ovarian reserve or declining ovarian function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLower FSH\u003c\/strong\u003e may reflect reduced hypothalamic or pituitary signalling, or suppression associated with hormone treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFSH is best interpreted alongside your collection day and, where appropriate, oestradiol and AMH. It does not measure egg quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderstanding LH Results in Women\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLH supports ovarian hormone production and rises sharply before ovulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigher LH\u003c\/strong\u003e may occur during the normal mid-cycle surge, in some PCOS patterns or with reduced ovarian function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLower LH\u003c\/strong\u003e may reflect reduced reproductive signalling or the effects of hormone treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collection day matters: an LH level expected around ovulation may have a different meaning early in the cycle. \u003cstrong\u003eThe LH-to-FSH ratio alone does not diagnose PCOS.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Men: Investigate Hormonal Factors Affecting Testosterone and Fertility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Should Consider This Test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLH and FSH testing may be useful if you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave a low testosterone result and want to investigate the hormonal signals behind it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperience low libido, erectile difficulties or other symptoms prompting a testosterone assessment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave a low sperm count or abnormal semen analysis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre experiencing difficulty conceiving with a partner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre being investigated for hypogonadism or testicular dysfunction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave been advised to assess pituitary–testicular hormone signalling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Can This Test Help?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour ConcernWhat LH and FSH Can Help ExploreLow testosterone\u003c\/strong\u003eLH helps your practitioner assess whether the testes are receiving an appropriate signal to produce testosterone.\u003cstrong\u003eLow libido or erectile difficulties\u003c\/strong\u003eAdds information about reproductive signalling when considered alongside testosterone and other relevant tests.\u003cstrong\u003eLow sperm count\u003c\/strong\u003eFSH can provide information about the hormonal regulation of sperm production.\u003cstrong\u003ePossible testicular dysfunction\u003c\/strong\u003eElevated gonadotrophins may indicate reduced testicular responsiveness.\u003cstrong\u003ePossible pituitary or hypothalamic involvement\u003c\/strong\u003eLow or inappropriately normal LH and FSH, particularly with low testosterone, can prompt assessment of central hormone signalling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderstanding LH Results in Men\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLH stimulates testosterone production in the testes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigher LH with low testosterone\u003c\/strong\u003e can suggest that the pituitary is sending a strong signal but the testes are not responding adequately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow or inappropriately normal LH with low testosterone\u003c\/strong\u003e can suggest reduced signalling from the hypothalamus or pituitary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis panel does not measure testosterone.\u003c\/strong\u003e If low testosterone is your main concern, interpreting LH alongside a testosterone measurement is particularly useful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderstanding FSH Results in Men\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFSH supports sperm production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigher FSH\u003c\/strong\u003e may indicate impaired sperm-producing function in the testes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLower FSH\u003c\/strong\u003e may reflect reduced pituitary signalling or suppression associated with testosterone or anabolic steroid use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLH and FSH help investigate hormonal contributors to male reproductive problems. \u003cstrong\u003eA semen analysis is needed to measure sperm count, movement and other semen parameters.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLH and FSH Reference Ranges\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following ranges are published by ZRT for dried blood spot testing. Always use the reference ranges shown on your own laboratory report, particularly if you use hormone treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFSH Reference Ranges\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit: U\/L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSex \/ Reproductive StageReference Range\u003c\/strong\u003eWomen — premenopausal, follicular phase3.5–12.5Women — premenopausal, luteal phase1.7–7.7Women — postmenopausal25.8–134.8Men — adult1.5–12.4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLH Reference Ranges\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit: mIU\/mL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSex \/ Reproductive StageReference Range\u003c\/strong\u003eWomen — premenopausal, follicular phase2.4–12.6Women — premenopausal, luteal phase1.0–11.4Women — postmenopausal7.7–58.5Men — adult1.7–8.6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese female ranges do not describe the mid-cycle LH surge. Results must be matched to the stage at which the sample was collected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen Should You Collect Your Sample?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWomen With Regular Periods — Baseline Testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor baseline LH and FSH assessment, collect during the \u003cstrong\u003eearly follicular phase, on Days 2–4 while menstrual flow continues\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDay 1\u003c\/strong\u003e is the first day of full menstrual bleeding, not spotting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf your menstrual bleeding is short, the laboratory recommends \u003cstrong\u003eDay 2\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly-cycle collection helps assess the pituitary signals involved in recruiting follicles before the larger hormonal changes surrounding ovulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWomen Having Luteal-Phase Testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your practitioner requests luteal-phase LH and FSH measurements, the laboratory provides these collection windows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsual Cycle LengthCollection Window\u003c\/strong\u003e23–26 daysDay 17, 18 or 1927–30 daysDay 21, 22 or 2331–34 daysDay 25, 26 or 27Longer or shorter cyclesApproximately 5–7 days before the next expected period\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you track ovulation, the laboratory’s guide recommends aiming for approximately \u003cstrong\u003eseven days after ovulation\u003c\/strong\u003e for luteal testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA single LH\/FSH sample does not confirm that ovulation has occurred.\u003c\/strong\u003e If that is your main question, an appropriately timed progesterone-containing panel may be more suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWomen With Irregular or Infrequent Periods\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe laboratory permits collection on \u003cstrong\u003eany non-bleeding day\u003c\/strong\u003e when cycles are infrequent or unpredictable. Record your cycle history and last period on the requisition form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you no longer have periods, collection does not need to follow a menstrual-cycle schedule. Follow any timing advice from your practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMen can collect on \u003cstrong\u003eany day of the month\u003c\/strong\u003e, following the kit’s preparation instructions and any guidance relating to hormone treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime of Day — Women and Men\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied fertility kit instructions advise collecting the blood spot sample \u003cstrong\u003ewithin one hour of waking\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrder your kit.\u003c\/strong\u003e Receive the collection materials and instructions at home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose your collection day.\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow the relevant guidance for your circumstances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollect your sample.\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete a simple finger-prick dried blood spot collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReturn your sample.\u003c\/strong\u003e Post the dried card and paperwork to ZRT Laboratory using the supplied return instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReceive your report by email.\u003c\/strong\u003e Results are usually available within \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 working days of laboratory receipt\u003c\/strong\u003e, subject to sample suitability and completed paperwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Receive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn at-home dried blood spot collection kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory measurement of \u003cstrong\u003eLH and FSH\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResults displayed with the applicable reference ranges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten interpretation from a \u003cstrong\u003ePhD-qualified hormone specialist\u003c\/strong\u003e, as included in the reporting service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInformation to support discussion of your next steps with a healthcare practitioner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory analysis included in the purchase price.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe cost of posting your sample to the laboratory is your responsibility.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Use ZRT Laboratory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZRT Laboratory is a \u003cstrong\u003eCLIA-certified diagnostic laboratory based in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e, specialising in hormone and wellness testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts dried blood spot testing allows you to collect a sample at home while receiving laboratory measurements and interpretive commentary. For B-204, LH and FSH are measured using \u003cstrong\u003eECLIA immunoassay technology\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-204 Sample Collection Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1885\/4859\/files\/fertility-inx-92826.pdf?v=1792066587\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"\u003eRead the Full Fertility Sample Collection Instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Check Medicines and Hormone Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecord all medicines, supplements and hormones on your requisition form, including testosterone, fertility medicines and contraception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContinue prescribed treatment unless your prescriber directs otherwise.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe laboratory does not recommend this fertility kit for users of hormonal contraceptive pills, contraceptive patches, vaginal rings, injections or implants. Testing is permitted with a progestin IUD; record its use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Prepare Three Days Before Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the laboratory’s instructions to avoid:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiotin \/ vitamin B7\u003c\/strong\u003e, including hair and nail supplements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-ageing or anti-wrinkle facial creams.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf biotin is prescribed, speak to your prescriber before withholding it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Follow the Guidance for Hormone Treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreatmentLaboratory Preparation Guidance\u003c\/strong\u003eTopical, swallowed, troche or sublingual hormonesContinue treatment. The instructions advise allowing at least 12 hours between an evening dose and morning collection. Oral progesterone may be taken at bedtime.Topical hormonesUse gloves or an applicator for at least two days before collection. Avoid applying hormones to the face, lips or neck.Non-contraceptive hormone patches, rings, pellets or injectionsThe instructions advise collection midway between doses. Ask your prescriber about timing where the treatment has no clear dosing interval.Hydrocortisone, prednisone or other glucocorticoidsAsk your healthcare practitioner about appropriate collection timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor topical hormone users, change sheets, pillowcases and towels the night before collection and avoid surfaces that may contain hormone residue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Collect Within One Hour of Waking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStay well hydrated without drinking excessive amounts immediately before collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrite your \u003cstrong\u003ename, collection date and time\u003c\/strong\u003e on the card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash your hands with soap and warm water, then dry them with a clean towel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm your hands to encourage circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen the card and fold the cover away from the collection paper. Avoid touching the filter paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition the card on a clean, flat surface below waist level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose the middle or ring finger of your non-dominant hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the finger with the alcohol pad and allow it to air dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the lancet as instructed and wipe away the first drop with sterile gauze.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep your hand below your waist and gently encourage blood flow without excessive squeezing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow one large drop to fall onto the centre of each circle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a dressing when finished.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Check Your Blood Spots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach spot should:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill as much of the printed circle as possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak through so blood is visible on the back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContain \u003cstrong\u003eone drop without overlapping layers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAim to fill all circles where possible. Several good-sized spots are preferable to many small or poorly formed spots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6. Dry the Card\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeave the card open to air dry for \u003cstrong\u003eat least four hours\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce completely dry, close the cover and keep it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight until shipment. Do not package the card while damp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7. 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The laboratory fee is included in your purchase; return postage is your responsibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf shipping is delayed beyond 24 hours, freeze the dried sample inside its sample bag, as directed by the laboratory. Samples must reach the laboratory within 30 days of collection to avoid rejection.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Both Women and Men Use This Test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. LH and FSH regulate reproductive function in both sexes. In women, they help assess ovarian signalling; in men, they help assess the hormonal signals involved in testosterone and sperm production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes This Test Measure Testosterone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. B-204 measures \u003cstrong\u003eLH and FSH only\u003c\/strong\u003e. For men investigating low testosterone, a testosterone measurement provides important additional information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan It Diagnose PCOS?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLH and FSH can contribute to a PCOS assessment, but diagnosis also considers symptoms, androgen levels and other relevant findings. The LH-to-FSH ratio is not a standalone diagnostic test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan It Confirm Ovulation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a single-sample hormone assessment rather than an ovulation-tracking test. Appropriately timed progesterone testing is more useful for establishing whether ovulation has recently occurred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes It Measure Sperm Count?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It assesses hormones involved in sperm production. 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SHBG testing is particularly important for anyone investigating hormone imbalance, fertility concerns, or symptoms that don’t match standard hormone results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is SHBG and Why Does It Matter?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a protein produced by the liver that binds to testosterone and oestrogen in the bloodstream, controlling how much of each hormone is “free” and biologically active.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh SHBG\u003c\/strong\u003e — binds more testosterone, leaving less free testosterone available. Common in men with low energy, low libido, or those on thyroid medication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow SHBG\u003c\/strong\u003e — more free testosterone circulates, which can cause androgenic symptoms in women (e.g. PCOS, hirsutism) or indicate insulin resistance and metabolic issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReference Ranges\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSex\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReference Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWomen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25–104 nmol\/L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18–44 nmol\/L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSHBG is essential for understanding your \u003cstrong\u003etrue hormone balance\u003c\/strong\u003e — total testosterone alone does not tell the full picture. SHBG testing is particularly important for anyone investigating hormone imbalance, fertility concerns, or symptoms that don’t match standard hormone results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Should Consider This Test?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSymptoms that don’t match standard total testosterone or oestrogen results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePCOS, hirsutism, irregular periods, or androgen excess symptoms in women\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow libido, fatigue, poor mood, or difficulty building muscle in men or women\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMen with normal total testosterone but persistent androgenic deficiency symptoms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone on TRT wanting to assess free testosterone availability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertility concerns or unexplained hormone imbalance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuspected insulin resistance or metabolic syndrome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrder your kit — delivered to your door\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect your sample at home — a simple finger-prick dried blood spot; no clinic or GP visit needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost your sample to ZRT Laboratory using the return instructions provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceive your results by email within 3–5 working days of the lab receiving your sample\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour SHBG level displayed clearly in graphics and numbers with sex-specific reference ranges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten interpretation by a Hormone Specialist PhD Doctor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuidance on what your result means and what to do next\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory fee included — no hidden charges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Use ZRT Laboratory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll testing is performed by \u003cstrong\u003eZRT Laboratory\u003c\/strong\u003e — a globally recognised, \u003cstrong\u003eCLIA-certified\u003c\/strong\u003e diagnostic laboratory founded in 1998 by \u003cstrong\u003eDr. David Zava, PhD\u003c\/strong\u003e. ZRT has performed \u003cstrong\u003eover 11 million tests\u003c\/strong\u003e and is trusted by healthcare professionals in \u003cstrong\u003e96+ countries\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy do I need SHBG tested if I already have a testosterone result?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTotal testosterone measures all testosterone in the blood, including the protein-bound fraction that is inactive. SHBG determines how much of that testosterone is actually free and available to tissues. A man with high SHBG can have normal total testosterone but critically low free testosterone with full deficiency symptoms — a distinction that total testosterone alone cannot reveal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this test suitable for women?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. SHBG is equally important for women — low SHBG is associated with PCOS, hirsutism, insulin resistance, and androgen excess; high SHBG is associated with low libido and fatigue even when oestrogen and total testosterone appear within range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the price include the laboratory fee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The full laboratory analysis fee is included. You are only responsible for posting your sample to the laboratory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is the kit valid for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe kit must be used within \u003cstrong\u003e12 months\u003c\/strong\u003e of the purchase date.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hormone Lab UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32923216585,"sku":"1012","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1885\/4859\/files\/SHBG_Sex_Hormone_Binding_Globulin_Test.png?v=1792591988"},{"product_id":"insulin-in-testing-kit-blood-spot","title":"Insulin Test Kit (Fasting)-Detect Insulin Resistance at Home","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFasting Insulin Test Kit (B-207)– Check Your Insulin Levels at Home\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConcerned about insulin resistance, persistent cravings or difficulty managing your weight? Our \u003cstrong\u003efasting insulin test at home\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a convenient way to understand your insulin levels and take an informed next step for your metabolic health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollect a finger-prick blood sample at home and send it to Laboratory for analysis. 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When cells become less responsive to insulin, the pancreas may produce more to keep blood glucose under control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis means \u003cstrong\u003einsulin levels can rise while blood glucose is still normal\u003c\/strong\u003e. Measuring fasting insulin can help identify this pattern and support assessment of insulin resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour result provides useful information to discuss alongside your symptoms, health history and any glucose or HbA1c results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Should Consider a Fasting Insulin Test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis insulin test kit may be helpful if you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperience frequent food or sugar cravings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeel tired or notice energy dips after meals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave excess weight around your waist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind weight management difficult.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave a family history of type 2 diabetes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave PCOS or concerns about insulin resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave prediabetes, fatty liver, raised triglycerides or high blood pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant additional insight into your metabolic health despite normal blood glucose results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant to monitor fasting insulin as part of a healthcare-led diet, activity or treatment plan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese symptoms and risk factors can have different causes. Testing gives you a measured insulin result to help guide your next steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Check Insulin When Blood Sugar Is Normal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlood glucose and insulin tell you different things.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlood glucose shows how much sugar is circulating in your blood. Insulin helps explain how your body is managing that sugar. In early insulin resistance, increased insulin production may keep glucose levels within the normal range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003efasting insulin test\u003c\/strong\u003e can therefore add useful information to your metabolic health assessment. It can help you and your healthcare professional make informed decisions about nutrition, physical activity, weight management and follow-up testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZRT Fasting Insulin Reference Ranges\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePopulation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReference Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOptimum Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWomen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–15 μIU\/mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–6 μIU\/mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–15 μIU\/mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–6 μIU\/mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are \u003cstrong\u003eZRT Laboratory’s published fasting insulin ranges\u003c\/strong\u003e. The optimum range provides an additional point of comparison within the broader reference range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Your Insulin Test at Home Works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder your kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReceive your collection kit with the materials and instructions needed to collect your sample.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollect your sample at home\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFast overnight for \u003cstrong\u003e10–12 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e, drinking water only. Collect your finger-prick blood sample \u003cstrong\u003ewithin one hour of waking\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry and return your sample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllow the collection card to dry completely, complete the paperwork and post your sample to the lab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReceive your results\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYour results are delivered by email, typically \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 working days after the laboratory receives your sample\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparing for Your Fasting Insulin Test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA little preparation helps you collect a good-quality sample:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree days before collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e follow ZRT’s instructions to avoid biotin\/vitamin B7 supplements, including hair and nail formulas, and anti-ageing\/anti-wrinkle facial creams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe night before:\u003c\/strong\u003e fast for \u003cstrong\u003e10–12 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e. Drink water only during the fasting period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOn the morning:\u003c\/strong\u003e collect within \u003cstrong\u003eone hour of waking\u003c\/strong\u003e, before breakfast, tea, coffee or other drinks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete your form:\u003c\/strong\u003e list your current medicines and any hormone treatments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone taking insulin or other glucose-lowering medicines, arrange fasting and medication timing with the treating clinician. Do not change prescribed medication yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor insulin-only testing, you do not need to time collection to a particular menstrual-cycle day. If you are also testing reproductive hormones, follow the relevant timing instructions for those tests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead the complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1885\/4859\/files\/Dried_Blood_Spot_Collection_Instructions_5cb3e3fb-3ac4-4f50-aa8a-cd3c34ea7588.pdf?v=1786970945\"\u003eDried Blood Spot Collection Instructions\u003c\/a\u003e before collecting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Collect a Good Blood Spot Sample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour kit uses a finger-prick sample collected onto a special blood spot card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrite your name, collection date and time on the card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash your hands with warm water and soap, then dry with a clean towel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the selected finger with the alcohol wipe and allow it to air-dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the lancet as instructed and wipe away the first blood drop with the supplied gauze.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet a large drop form and apply it to the centre of a collection circle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003eone drop per circle\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the blood to soak through to the back of the card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave the card open to dry for \u003cstrong\u003eat least four hours\u003c\/strong\u003e before packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAim for several large, evenly saturated spots. Avoid small spots, smearing or adding another drop on top of an existing spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZRT’s guide lists \u003cstrong\u003etwo laboratory punches\u003c\/strong\u003e for B-207 insulin testing. These are small sections taken by the laboratory from your dried sample—not two finger pricks. Follow the collection instructions and provide several good-quality spots so the laboratory has sufficient material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee the illustrated \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1885\/4859\/files\/Blood_Spot_Reference_Guide.pdf?v=1786970944\"\u003eBlood Spot Reference Guide\u003c\/a\u003e for examples of suitable samples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStoring and Posting Your Sample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the blood spots are completely dry, close the card and keep it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight until posting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAim to return your sample promptly. If you cannot ship within \u003cstrong\u003e24 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e, ZRT’s Blood Spot Reference Guide advises placing the dried collection card in a clean, unused zip-lock bag and storing it safely in the freezer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInclude your completed test requisition form and any required shipping paperwork. Follow the return instructions supplied with your kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Is Included in The Fasting Insulin Test Kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt-home dried blood spot collection kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSample collection instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory analysis of fasting insulin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour numerical result with laboratory reference information.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory interpretive comments to help explain your result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResults delivered by email.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe laboratory analysis fee is included in the price.\u003c\/strong\u003e You are responsible for the cost of posting your sample to the laboratory.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I test my insulin levels at home?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This insulin test kit allows you to collect a finger-prick blood sample at home. You then send the dried sample to ZRT Laboratory for analysis. No clinic appointment is needed for collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this test help if I suspect insulin resistance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Fasting insulin can provide useful evidence of increased insulin levels, including when blood glucose is still normal. It supports assessment of insulin resistance alongside your health history and other results. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy do I need to fast?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsulin changes in response to food. Fasting allows your result to be compared with ZRT’s fasting insulin ranges. Follow the recommended \u003cstrong\u003e10–12-hour overnight fast\u003c\/strong\u003e, drinking water only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I drink coffee or tea before collecting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. During the fasting period, drink \u003cstrong\u003ewater only\u003c\/strong\u003e, including on the morning of collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is fasting insulin different from HbA1c?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFasting insulin measures your insulin level after an overnight fast. HbA1c reflects average blood glucose over approximately the previous three months. They provide complementary information: insulin may be elevated while glucose measures remain normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this kit also measure glucose or HbA1c?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. \u003cstrong\u003eB-207 measures fasting insulin only.\u003c\/strong\u003e If you want a broader assessment, contact Hormone Lab UK about additional tests or a cardiometabolic profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this insulin test suitable for children?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The kit is suitable for adults and children. For a child, a parent or guardian should assist with collection and confirm an appropriate fasting plan with the child’s healthcare professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow soon will I receive my results?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResults are typically available \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 working days after your sample reaches the laboratory\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the price include laboratory testing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The laboratory analysis fee is included. Return postage to the laboratory is paid separately by the customer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is my test kit valid?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Hormone Lab UK test kit is valid for \u003cstrong\u003e12 months from the purchase date\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving you time to plan your collection.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuggested Tests\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a broader assessment than fasting insulin alone? These profiles include fasting insulin alongside additional markers, so they may be alternatives to this single-marker test rather than extra tests to buy together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCardioMetabolic Test\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hormonelab.co.uk\/products\/female-cardiometabolic-test-kit\"\u003eFemale CardioMetabolic Test\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hormonelab.co.uk\/products\/male-cardiometabolic-test-kit\"\u003eMale CardioMetabolic Test\u003c\/a\u003e for fasting insulin, HbA1c, total and HDL cholesterol, triglycerides and hsCRP. This provides a broader picture of blood sugar, blood fats and inflammation than fasting insulin alone. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hormonelab.co.uk\/products\/women-s-weight-management-hormone-thyroid-amp-metabolism-test-kit\"\u003eFemale Weight Management Test\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor women seeking a broader assessment when weight concerns occur alongside fatigue, menstrual changes or other hormonal symptoms. This profile combines fasting insulin and other cardiometabolic markers with sex hormones, a four-point cortisol profile, thyroid markers and vitamin D. The results can help inform a healthcare-led review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hormonelab.co.uk\/products\/men-s-weight-management-hormone-thyroid-metabolism-test-kit\"\u003eMale Weight Management Test\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor men seeking a broader assessment when weight concerns occur alongside fatigue, low energy or symptoms that may warrant hormone or thyroid assessment. This profile combines fasting insulin and other cardiometabolic markers with sex hormones including testosterone, a four-point cortisol profile, thyroid markers and vitamin D. 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The warning signs often develop silently over years, dismissed as stress, weight gain, or simply getting older. Insulin resistance, elevated triglycerides, and chronic low-grade inflammation can all be well established long before a heart attack or diabetes diagnosis. This comprehensive 6-marker panel is designed to catch the warning signs early. If you recognise any of the following, this test could be one of the most important health checks you take:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh blood pressure or a family history of heart disease or type 2 diabetes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight gain around the abdomen or difficulty losing belly fat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElevated triglycerides or high cholesterol on previous tests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFatigue, brain fog, or persistent sugar cravings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced erections or low libido — an early sign of cardiovascular and metabolic dysfunction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuscle loss, soreness, or reduced exercise performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnergy crashes after meals or difficulty maintaining a healthy weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumbness or tingling in feet or hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlready diagnosed with metabolic syndrome, pre-diabetes, or cardiovascular disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrently taking cholesterol-lowering medication or TRT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Cardiometabolic Health Is a Critical Priority for Men\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMen develop cardiovascular disease on average 7–10 years earlier than women, and are more likely to have a heart attack without prior warning. Testosterone plays a complex role in metabolic health — low testosterone is independently associated with insulin resistance, elevated triglycerides, and increased visceral fat, creating a feedback loop that accelerates cardiometabolic decline. Men on TRT, those with suspected andropause, or anyone carrying excess abdominal weight should consider this panel an essential baseline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Should Consider This Test?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMen with no recent comprehensive cardiovascular or metabolic check\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily history of heart disease, stroke, or type 2 diabetes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbdominal weight gain, poor diet, or limited exercise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFatigue, brain fog, sugar cravings, or energy crashes after meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow libido or erectile dysfunction — early cardiovascular warning signs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrently on TRT — monitoring cardiometabolic impact is clinically recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlready diagnosed with metabolic syndrome, pre-diabetes, or cardiovascular disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrder your kit — delivered to your door\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect your sample at home — a simple finger-prick dried blood spot taken while fasting (no food or drink other than water); no clinic or GP visit needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost your sample to ZRT Laboratory using the return instructions provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceive your results by email within 3–5 working days of the lab receiving your sample\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll six markers displayed clearly in graphics and numbers with reference and optimal ranges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten interpretation by a Hormone Specialist PhD Doctor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuidance on what your results mean and what to do next\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory fee included — no hidden charges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Use ZRT Laboratory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll testing is performed by \u003cstrong\u003eZRT Laboratory\u003c\/strong\u003e — a globally recognised, \u003cstrong\u003eCLIA-certified\u003c\/strong\u003e diagnostic laboratory founded in 1998 by \u003cstrong\u003eDr. David Zava, PhD\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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ZRT has performed \u003cstrong\u003eover 11 million tests\u003c\/strong\u003e and is trusted by healthcare professionals in \u003cstrong\u003e96+ countries\u003c\/strong\u003e. ZRT is qualified for the \u003cstrong\u003eCDC Hormone Standardization (HoSt) Program\u003c\/strong\u003e for testosterone and estradiol, delivering clinical-grade accuracy from a home-collected dried blood spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen in my cycle should I collect my sample?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor menstruating women, day 19–21 of your cycle (approximately 7 days after ovulation) is optimal for assessing both estradiol and progesterone together. For postmenopausal women or those on HRT, collection can be done at any time. Detailed timing guidance is included with your kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is SHBG important?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSHBG binds to sex hormones, making them unavailable to your tissues. High SHBG can cause testosterone deficiency symptoms even when total testosterone appears normal. Low SHBG increases free androgen activity, contributing to acne, hair thinning, and irregular periods. It is essential for interpreting hormone results accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the price include the laboratory fee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The full laboratory analysis fee is included. 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The thyroid regulates your metabolism, body composition, cardiovascular health, and sexual function. If you recognise any of the following, a comprehensive thyroid test could reveal what is actually going on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersistent fatigue or low energy that rest does not resolve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnexplained weight gain, difficulty losing body fat, or slowed metabolism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced exercise tolerance or muscle weakness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrain fog, poor focus, or slowed thinking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow mood, depression, or reduced motivation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHair thinning or loss, including body hair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeling cold all the time, or conversely, intolerance to heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstipation or digestive sluggishness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced libido or sexual performance issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElevated cholesterol or high blood pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlready on thyroid medication and wanting to monitor treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte__table-wrapper\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Conditions Can This Test Help Identify?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHypothyroidism\u003c\/strong\u003e — underactive thyroid; commonly confused with low testosterone or burnout in men\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHyperthyroidism\u003c\/strong\u003e — overactive thyroid, including Graves’ disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHashimoto’s thyroiditis\u003c\/strong\u003e — autoimmune thyroid disease; often missed without TPO antibody testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubclinical thyroid dysfunction\u003c\/strong\u003e — abnormal TSH with normal T4\/T3; can cause significant symptoms while going undetected on standard tests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT4-to-T3 conversion issues\u003c\/strong\u003e — normal T4 but insufficient active T3; a common cause of persistent fatigue and low performance in men\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIodine-related thyroid dysfunction\u003c\/strong\u003e — assessed via thyroglobulin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrder your kit — delivered to your door\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect your sample at home — a simple finger-prick dried blood spot; no clinic or GP visit needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost your sample to ZRT Laboratory using the return instructions provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceive your results by email within 3–5 working days of the lab receiving your sample\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll six thyroid markers displayed clearly in graphics and numbers with sex-specific reference ranges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten interpretation by a Hormone Specialist PhD Doctor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuidance on what your results mean and what to do next\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory fee included — no hidden charges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Use ZRT Laboratory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll testing is performed by \u003cstrong\u003eZRT Laboratory\u003c\/strong\u003e — a globally recognised, \u003cstrong\u003eCLIA-certified\u003c\/strong\u003e diagnostic laboratory founded in 1998 by \u003cstrong\u003eDr. David Zava, PhD\u003c\/strong\u003e. ZRT has performed \u003cstrong\u003eover 11 million tests\u003c\/strong\u003e and is trusted by healthcare professionals in \u003cstrong\u003e96+ countries\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is TSH alone not enough?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTSH reflects the pituitary’s signal to the thyroid but does not show whether the thyroid is producing adequate T4, whether T4 is converting to active T3, or whether an autoimmune process is attacking thyroid tissue. Many men with persistently low energy, mood issues, or weight gain have normal TSH but significant dysfunction in these downstream markers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is thyroid dysfunction different from low testosterone in men?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe symptoms overlap significantly — fatigue, low libido, reduced muscle mass, brain fog, and low mood can result from either or both. 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Make More Informed Fertility Decisions.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThinking about having a baby, considering egg freezing or exploring fertility treatment? Understanding your ovarian reserve can help you have a clearer conversation about your options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAMH Ovarian Reserve \u0026amp; Fertility Test\u003c\/strong\u003e measures \u003cstrong\u003eAnti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH)\u003c\/strong\u003e, an important marker of the small developing follicles within your ovaries. 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It does not give an exact egg count or a personal countdown to menopause.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Should Consider This Test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis test may be useful if you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre planning a pregnancy and want to discuss ovarian reserve with your practitioner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre struggling to conceive or undergoing a fertility investigation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre considering \u003cstrong\u003eIVF, egg freezing or another assisted reproduction treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave been advised to check AMH because of your medical or family history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave irregular or absent periods and are having a broader hormone assessment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave suspected or diagnosed PCOS.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave concerns about reduced ovarian function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant an AMH measurement without purchasing a larger fertility panel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Can an AMH Result Help You?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour Situation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow the Result Can Help\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanning a family\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdds information about ovarian reserve to discussions involving your age, health and reproductive plans.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConsidering egg freezing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHelps your fertility specialist estimate the potential response to stimulation and discuss treatment expectations.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparing for IVF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContributes to planning ovarian stimulation alongside ultrasound findings and other clinical information.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInvestigating difficulty conceiving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvides one part of the assessment, helping distinguish ovarian reserve from other factors affecting conception.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePossible PCOS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigher AMH can reflect an increased number of small follicles and contribute to the wider assessment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcerns about early ovarian decline\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA lower result can prompt a timely discussion about further investigations and available options.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderstanding Your AMH Result\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLower AMH — Reduced Ovarian Reserve\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lower AMH result may suggest a smaller pool of developing follicles. 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If you have absent or changing periods, hot flushes or concerns about premature ovarian insufficiency, further assessment may include FSH and other investigations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAMH alone does not diagnose premature ovarian insufficiency or reliably predict when menopause will occur.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose At-Home AMH Testing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConvenient collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e provide your sample at home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e collect on any cycle day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFocused testing:\u003c\/strong\u003e measures AMH only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge-specific reference ranges:\u003c\/strong\u003e understand your result in context.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecialist interpretation:\u003c\/strong\u003e receive commentary to support your next steps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaboratory fee included:\u003c\/strong\u003e no separate laboratory analysis payment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrder your kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — delivered with collection materials and instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollect your sample at home\u003c\/strong\u003e — complete a simple finger-prick dried blood spot collection on any cycle day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost your sample\u003c\/strong\u003e — return the dried card and completed paperwork to ZRT Laboratory using the supplied instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReceive your report by email\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually within \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 working days of the laboratory receiving a suitable sample and completed paperwork\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Receive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn at-home dried blood spot collection kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory measurement of your AMH level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA report showing your result numerically and graphically, with the applicable age-specific reference range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten interpretation from a \u003cstrong\u003ePhD-qualified hormone specialist\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommentary to support discussion of your result and further assessment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory testing included in the purchase price.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou are responsible for the cost of posting your sample to the laboratory.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Use ZRT Laboratory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZRT Laboratory is a \u003cstrong\u003eCLIA-certified diagnostic laboratory based in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e, specialising in hormone and wellness testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts dried blood spot testing allows you to collect a sample at home without arranging a clinic appointment. The B-205 test measures AMH using \u003cstrong\u003eECLIA immunoassay technology\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWould a Broader Fertility Panel Be More Useful?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat It Measures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Purpose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-205 — AMH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAMH only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocused ovarian reserve assessment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-244 — Fertility Basic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAMH, LH, FSH, TSH, prolactin and cortisol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOvarian reserve plus reproductive signalling, thyroid regulation and cortisol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-245 — Fertility Advanced\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBasic markers plus oestradiol, progesterone, testosterone and DHEAS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBroader reproductive hormone assessment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose B-205 when you specifically need an AMH result.\u003c\/strong\u003e If you are investigating irregular periods or several possible hormonal factors, a broader panel may provide more useful information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-205 AMH Test — Sample Collection Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type: Dried Blood Spot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1885\/4859\/files\/fertility-inx-92826.pdf?v=1792066587\"\u003eView the Full Fertility Sample Collection Instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead all instructions supplied with your kit before starting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. 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Testing is permitted with a progestin IUD; record its use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not stop prescribed contraception or hormone treatment without advice from your prescriber.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Prepare Three Days Before Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the laboratory’s instructions to avoid:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiotin \/ vitamin B7 supplements\u003c\/strong\u003e, including hair and nail formulas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-ageing or anti-wrinkle facial creams.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf biotin is prescribed, check with your prescriber before withholding it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. 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Secure the return packaging and post promptly using the supplied return instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf shipping is delayed beyond 24 hours, freeze the dried sample inside its sample bag, as instructed by the laboratory. Samples must reach the laboratory within 30 days of collection to avoid rejection.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen Should I Collect My Sample?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAMH is relatively stable across the menstrual cycle, so \u003cstrong\u003eyou can collect on any cycle day\u003c\/strong\u003e. Follow the kit’s instruction to collect within one hour of waking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes AMH Measure Egg Quality?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. AMH provides information about ovarian reserve, rather than egg quality. 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commonly deficient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelenium (Se)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Critical for thyroid conversion and antioxidant defence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCopper (Cu)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Must be balanced with zinc; excess linked to anxiety and hormonal disruption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMercury (Hg)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Toxic heavy metal linked to neurological and thyroid damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCadmium (Cd)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Accumulates in kidneys; linked to testosterone suppression and metabolic disruption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVitamin D Profile (2)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin D2\u003c\/strong\u003e – Supplement form; measured independently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin D3\u003c\/strong\u003e – Sunlight-produced form; the most important for health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNot Sure Which Test Is Right for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmail us at\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@hormonelab.co.uk\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"text-link\"\u003einfo@hormonelab.co.uk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith your gender, age, symptoms, medications, and any current treatments. We will forward your enquiry to our doctors and respond within 24 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrder your kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — delivered to your door\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollect your sample at home\u003c\/strong\u003e — a simple finger-prick blood spot; fasting required for insulin and metabolic markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost your sample\u003c\/strong\u003e to our CLIA-certified laboratory using the instructions provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReceive your results by email\u003c\/strong\u003e within \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 working days\u003c\/strong\u003e of the lab receiving your sample\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Get With Your Results\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll 31 biomarkers displayed clearly in \u003cstrong\u003egraphics and numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA written interpretation by a \u003cstrong\u003eHormone Specialist PhD Doctor\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuidance on what your results mean and \u003cstrong\u003ewhat to do next\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is This Test For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis test is suitable for \u003cstrong\u003emen\u003c\/strong\u003e who want to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGet the most comprehensive picture of their health in a single at-home test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvestigate multiple overlapping symptoms across hormones, thyroid, and metabolic health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssess cardiovascular risk, insulin resistance, and inflammation alongside hormones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck for heavy metal toxicity and mineral deficiencies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake a proactive, data-driven approach to long-term health and longevity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFasting required — collect within 1 hour of waking, no food or drink other than water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect your sample from home and post to our lab — no clinic visit required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResults delivered by email within 3–5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory fee included — no hidden costs or additional charges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValid for 12 months from the date of purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalysed by ZRT Laboratory — CLIA certified, using LC-MS\/MS and ICP-MS technology with over 11 million tests performed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomers are responsible for posting their sample to the laboratory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Use ZRT Laboratory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll tests are analysed by \u003cstrong\u003eZRT Laboratory\u003c\/strong\u003e — a globally recognised, CLIA-certified laboratory founded in 1998 by Dr David Zava, PhD. 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Fertility Markers (11)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstradiol (E2), Estriol (E3), Estrone (E1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProgesterone (Pg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTestosterone (T)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLuteinizing Hormone (LH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDHEA-S (DS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCortisol (C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThyroid Function \u0026amp; Autoimmune Markers (6)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree T3 (fT3), Free T4 (fT4), Total T4 (TT4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (TPOab)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThyroglobulin (Tgbn)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCholesterol, Metabolic \u0026amp; Cardiovascular Health (6)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHDL Cholesterol, Total Cholesterol (CH), Triglycerides (TG)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHaemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFasting Insulin (IN)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEssential Minerals \u0026amp; Toxic Elements (6)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZinc (Zn), Magnesium (Mg), Selenium (Se), Copper (Cu)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercury (Hg), Cadmium (Cd)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVitamin D Profile (2)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin D2, Vitamin D3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Panel Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHormones regulate nearly every aspect of female wellbeing — from menstrual cycles and fertility to mood, energy, metabolism, sleep, thyroid function, and cardiovascular health. Even subtle imbalances across multiple hormone systems can produce wide-ranging symptoms that are often dismissed or misattributed. This test is designed to identify the root hormonal, metabolic, and environmental drivers behind your symptoms — so you can take targeted, evidence-based action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Sections Explained\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAMH \u0026amp; Ovarian Reserve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anti-Müllerian Hormone reflects ovarian reserve — the remaining egg supply. Supports fertility planning, PCOS evaluation, and early menopause screening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOestrogen, Progesterone \u0026amp; Menstrual Health:\u003c\/strong\u003e All three oestrogens alongside progesterone reveal hormonal balance across the cycle — linked to PMS, PMDD, irregular cycles, and perimenopausal symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTestosterone \u0026amp; SHBG:\u003c\/strong\u003e Women need healthy testosterone for energy, libido, and mental clarity. 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We will forward your enquiry to our doctors and respond within 24 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAre Complex, Overlapping Symptoms Leaving You Without Answers?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThyroid and sex hormones are deeply interconnected in men — thyroid dysfunction can suppress testosterone, raise SHBG, and worsen andropause symptoms. Many men are treated for low testosterone when the root cause is actually thyroid dysfunction. If you recognise any of the following, this comprehensive 14-marker panel could finally give you the full picture:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersistent fatigue or exhaustion that doesn’t improve with rest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow libido or erectile dysfunction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of muscle mass or increased body fat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMood swings, depression, or anxiety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrain fog, poor concentration, or increased forgetfulness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSleep disturbances or insomnia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot flushes or night sweats (andropause symptoms)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnexplained weight gain or slow metabolism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHair thinning or loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold intolerance or low body temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh cholesterol, elevated triglycerides, or heart palpitations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertility concerns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Test Hormones and Thyroid Together?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standard GP test typically only checks total testosterone and TSH separately — missing the complex interplay between these systems. This panel measures \u003cstrong\u003e14 markers\u003c\/strong\u003e across sex hormones, adrenal function, and a full thyroid panel, giving you and your doctor a complete clinical picture and avoiding misdiagnosis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrder your kit — delivered to your door\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect your sample at home — a simple finger-prick dried blood spot; no clinic or GP visit needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost your sample to ZRT Laboratory using the return instructions provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceive your results by email within 3–5 working days of the lab receiving your sample\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll 14 markers displayed clearly in graphics and numbers with male-specific reference ranges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten interpretation by a Hormone Specialist PhD Doctor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuidance on what your results mean and what to do next\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory fee included — no hidden charges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Use ZRT Laboratory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll testing is performed by \u003cstrong\u003eZRT Laboratory\u003c\/strong\u003e — a globally recognised, \u003cstrong\u003eCLIA-certified\u003c\/strong\u003e diagnostic laboratory founded in 1998 by \u003cstrong\u003eDr. David Zava, PhD\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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Profile II is recommended if you have any thyroid symptoms, a family history of thyroid disease, or suspect both systems may be involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan thyroid dysfunction cause low testosterone symptoms?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — significantly so. Hypothyroidism raises SHBG, which reduces free testosterone availability. It also impairs testicular testosterone production and reduces LH sensitivity. Men with symptoms of low testosterone who have normal total testosterone levels should always have thyroid function assessed alongside SHBG.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a high TPO antibody result mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eElevated TPO antibodies indicate that your immune system is attacking your thyroid gland — the hallmark of Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. Many men with Hashimoto’s have normal TSH levels for years before diagnosis. 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This comprehensive panel measures \u003cstrong\u003esix thyroid markers\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving a complete picture of thyroid hormone production, conversion, autoimmune activity, and iodine-related health:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary screening marker; high TSH suggests hypothyroidism, low TSH suggests hyperthyroidism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree T4 (fT4)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the main hormone produced by the thyroid; assesses production capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree T3 (fT3)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the active thyroid hormone that drives energy, metabolism, and cellular function; many women have normal T4 but poor T4-to-T3 conversion, causing persistent symptoms despite apparently normal results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal T4 (TT4)\u003c\/strong\u003e — measures both bound and free thyroxine; provides a broader view of thyroid output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTPO Antibodies (TPOab)\u003c\/strong\u003e — elevated levels indicate autoimmune thyroid disease such as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, which is significantly more common in women\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThyroglobulin (Tgbn)\u003c\/strong\u003e — linked to iodine storage and thyroid hormone production; elevated levels may suggest iodine deficiency or thyroid dysfunction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThyroid Test Reference Ranges\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte__table-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTest\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eUnit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eWomen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eMen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFree Thyroxine (fT4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003eng\/dL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e0.8–1.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e0.8–1.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFree Triiodothyronine (fT3)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003epg\/mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1.9–4.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1.9–4.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThyroglobulin (Tgbn)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003eng\/mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e5–51\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e4–34\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (TPOab)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003eIU\/mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e0–150\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e0–150\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTPOab—Borderline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003eIU\/mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e70–150\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e70–150\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003eμU\/mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e0.5–3.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e0.5–3.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Thyroxine (T4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003eμg\/dL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e5–10.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e5–10.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCould Your Thyroid Be Behind Your Fatigue, Weight Gain, or Low Mood?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThyroid dysfunction is one of the most commonly missed conditions in women — affecting up to 1 in 8 at some point in their lives. Symptoms often develop gradually and are easily dismissed as stress, hormonal changes, or the demands of daily life. If you recognise any of the following, a comprehensive thyroid test could reveal the root cause:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersistent fatigue or exhaustion that sleep doesn’t fix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnexplained weight gain or difficulty losing weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeling cold all the time, or conversely, intolerance to heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrain fog, poor concentration, or memory problems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow mood, depression, or anxiety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHair loss, thinning hair, or brittle nails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry skin or puffy face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstipation or digestive sluggishness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIrregular or heavy periods, PMS, or fertility concerns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifficulty conceiving or recurrent miscarriage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSymptoms worsening around perimenopause or menopause\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlready on thyroid medication and wanting to monitor treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Conditions Can This Test Help Identify?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHypothyroidism\u003c\/strong\u003e — underactive thyroid; affects women up to 10x more often than men\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHyperthyroidism\u003c\/strong\u003e — overactive thyroid, including Graves’ disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHashimoto’s thyroiditis\u003c\/strong\u003e — autoimmune attack on the thyroid, disproportionately affecting women; often missed without TPO antibody testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubclinical thyroid dysfunction\u003c\/strong\u003e — abnormal TSH with normal T4\/T3; a common cause of unexplained symptoms in women\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT4-to-T3 conversion issues\u003c\/strong\u003e — normal T4 but insufficient active T3; frequently seen in women during hormonal transitions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThyroid-related cycle irregularities\u003c\/strong\u003e — thyroid imbalance can directly affect oestrogen, progesterone, and menstrual health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrder your kit — delivered to your door\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect your sample at home — a simple finger-prick dried blood spot; no clinic or GP visit needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost your sample to ZRT Laboratory using the return instructions provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceive your results by email within 3–5 working days of the lab receiving your sample\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll six thyroid markers displayed clearly in graphics and numbers with sex-specific reference ranges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten interpretation by a Hormone Specialist PhD Doctor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuidance on what your results mean and what to do next\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory fee included — no hidden charges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Use ZRT Laboratory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll testing is performed by \u003cstrong\u003eZRT Laboratory\u003c\/strong\u003e — a globally recognised, \u003cstrong\u003eCLIA-certified\u003c\/strong\u003e diagnostic laboratory founded in 1998 by \u003cstrong\u003eDr. David Zava, PhD\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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If you recognise any of the following, this test could uncover a hidden root cause:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersistent fatigue or exhaustion that sleep does not fix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrain fog, slow thinking, or poor memory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuscle aches, cramps, or weakness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnxiety, irritability, mood swings, or depression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifficulty sleeping or restlessness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTingling, numbness, or twitching in hands and fingers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIrregular heartbeat or palpitations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrittle hair and nails, dry or scaly skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIrregular, heavy, or painful periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertility concerns or difficulty conceiving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow libido or loss of interest in sex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSymptoms worsening around perimenopause or menopause\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcerns about heavy metal exposure from diet, fish, environment, or dental fillings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy These Elements Matter Specifically for Women\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHormonal disruption and oestrogen dominance via heavy metal endocrine interference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInfertility, miscarriage risk, and menstrual irregularities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThyroid dysfunction — mercury and cadmium interfere with thyroid hormone production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorsening perimenopause and menopause symptoms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeurological decline and cognitive impairment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImmune suppression and increased cancer risk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Should Consider This Test?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnexplained fatigue, mood changes, or hormonal symptoms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular consumption of fish, especially tuna, swordfish, or shark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaking the contraceptive pill or using a copper IUD — both can affect copper and zinc balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvestigating PMS, cycle irregularities, or fertility concerns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelenium and zinc assessment as part of a thyroid or hormone workup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitoring mineral status during supplementation or HRT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProactive approach to long-term hormonal and cardiovascular health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrder your kit — delivered to your door\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect your sample at home — a simple finger-prick dried blood spot; no clinic or GP visit needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost your sample to ZRT Laboratory using the return instructions provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceive your results by email within 3–5 working days of the lab receiving your sample\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll 6 element levels displayed clearly in graphics and numbers with sex-specific reference ranges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten interpretation by a Hormone Specialist PhD Doctor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuidance on what your results mean and recommended next steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory fee included — no hidden charges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Use ZRT Laboratory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll testing is performed by \u003cstrong\u003eZRT Laboratory\u003c\/strong\u003e — a globally recognised, \u003cstrong\u003eCLIA-certified\u003c\/strong\u003e diagnostic laboratory founded in 1998 by \u003cstrong\u003eDr. David Zava, PhD\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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Hormonal changes across the menstrual cycle, perimenopause, and menopause dramatically alter cholesterol levels, insulin sensitivity, and inflammation, creating a window of rising risk that a standard GP check often misses. This comprehensive 6-marker panel is designed to catch the warning signs early. 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As oestrogen declines during perimenopause and menopause, women often experience a rapid shift in LDL cholesterol, triglycerides, insulin sensitivity, and inflammatory markers. Women with PCOS, a history of gestational diabetes, or those on hormonal contraception also face elevated cardiometabolic risk that is rarely monitored proactively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Test Measures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSix clinically validated markers to assess cardiovascular risk, diabetes progression, and systemic inflammation:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFasting Insulin (IN)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the earliest and most sensitive marker of insulin resistance, detectable before blood sugar rises; elevated insulin is strongly linked to PCOS, weight gain, and metabolic syndrome in women\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHbA1c (Haemoglobin A1c)\u003c\/strong\u003e — your 3-month average blood sugar level; used to screen for pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes; women with PCOS or gestational diabetes history are at significantly higher risk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP)\u003c\/strong\u003e — a key marker of systemic inflammation linked to cardiovascular disease and atherosclerosis; inflammation often rises during perimenopause and is a strong independent predictor of heart disease in women\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTriglycerides (TG)\u003c\/strong\u003e — blood fats that rise with poor diet, insulin resistance, and hormonal change; high triglycerides in women are a particularly strong predictor of cardiovascular disease risk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Cholesterol (CH)\u003c\/strong\u003e — overall cholesterol status; a core cardiovascular screening marker that can shift significantly during perimenopause and menopause\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHDL Cholesterol (HDL)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the protective “good” cholesterol; low HDL increases heart disease risk and is commonly seen in women with insulin resistance or 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meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting a proactive approach to heart health and longevity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrder your kit — delivered to your door\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect your sample at home — a simple finger-prick dried blood spot taken while fasting (no food or drink other than water); no clinic or GP visit needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost your sample to ZRT Laboratory using the return instructions provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceive your results by email within 3–5 working days of the lab receiving your sample\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll six markers displayed clearly in graphics and numbers with reference and optimal ranges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten interpretation by a Hormone Specialist PhD Doctor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuidance on 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Many women with high cholesterol or lipid imbalance have \u003cstrong\u003eno obvious symptoms\u003c\/strong\u003e, and their risk is frequently underestimated or untested. As oestrogen declines during perimenopause and menopause, LDL cholesterol typically rises, HDL falls, and triglycerides increase — often rapidly and without warning. Women on the contraceptive pill or HRT may also see significant shifts in their lipid profile. If you recognise any of the following, a lipid test could give you the clarity you need:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFatigue or low energy with no clear cause\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight gain, especially around the abdomen or hips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrain fog or difficulty concentrating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily history of heart disease, stroke, or high cholesterol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-sugar or high-fat diet with little exercise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerimenopausal or postmenopausal and concerned about changing cardiovascular risk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrently taking the contraceptive pill, HRT, or cholesterol-lowering medication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiagnosed with PCOS, metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, or type 2 diabetes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo recent cardiovascular blood test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLipid Test Reference Ranges\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTest\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eUnit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eWomen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eMen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Cholesterol (CH)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003emg\/dL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e132–239\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e132–239\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHDL Cholesterol (HDL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003emg\/dL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e40–60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e40–60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTriglycerides (TG)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003emg\/dL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e\u0026lt;150\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e\u0026lt;150\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Do These Lipid Markers Mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTest\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSimple explanation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Cholesterol (CH)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeasures the overall amount of cholesterol in your blood, including HDL, LDL and other cholesterol-carrying particles. Your result should be interpreted alongside HDL, LDL, triglycerides and personal cardiovascular risk factors. The laboratory reference interval is \u003cstrong\u003e132–239 mg\/dL\u003c\/strong\u003e, but being within this interval does not necessarily mean the result is ideal.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHDL Cholesterol (HDL)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOften called “good cholesterol.” HDL helps transport cholesterol away from the arteries and back to the liver for removal. Higher HDL is generally considered more favourable. The stated laboratory range is \u003cstrong\u003e40–60 mg\/dL\u003c\/strong\u003e. Healthy targets can differ by sex; HDL above 40 mg\/dL for men and above 50 mg\/dL for women is generally considered favourable. \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTriglycerides (TG)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA type of fat used by the body to store energy. Elevated levels may be associated with increased cardiovascular risk, particularly when combined with high LDL or low HDL. A fasting triglyceride result below \u003cstrong\u003e150 mg\/dL\u003c\/strong\u003e is generally considered healthy. \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese results should not be considered individually. A healthcare professional may also consider LDL, non-HDL cholesterol, blood pressure, diabetes, smoking, age and family history when assessing cardiovascular risk. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Should Consider This Test?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWomen with no recent cholesterol or lipid check\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily history of heart disease, stroke, or high cholesterol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerimenopausal or postmenopausal — oestrogen decline directly shifts lipid balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrently on HRT or the contraceptive pill — both can affect lipid levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiagnosed with or suspected PCOS, metabolic syndrome, or insulin resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbdominal weight gain, poor diet, or limited exercise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting a proactive approach to heart health and longevity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrder your kit — delivered to your door\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect your sample at home — a simple finger-prick dried blood spot; no clinic or GP visit needed; fasting for 8–12 hours before collection is recommended for most accurate triglyceride results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost your sample to ZRT Laboratory using the return instructions provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceive your results by email within 3–5 working days of the lab receiving your sample\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Cholesterol, HDL, and Triglycerides displayed clearly in graphics and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten interpretation by a Specialist PhD Doctor including cardiovascular and metabolic risk assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuidance on what your results mean and what to do next\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory fee included — no hidden charges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Use ZRT Laboratory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll testing is performed by \u003cstrong\u003eZRT Laboratory\u003c\/strong\u003e — a globally recognised, \u003cstrong\u003eCLIA-certified\u003c\/strong\u003e diagnostic laboratory founded in 1998 by \u003cstrong\u003eDr. David Zava, PhD\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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Even subtle hormone imbalances can affect ovulation, egg quality, menstrual regularity, and reproductive health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fertility Basic Test provides valuable information about:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOvarian reserve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOvulation signaling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThyroid function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePituitary hormone balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStress hormone activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall reproductive health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Does This Test Measure?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAMH is one of the most reliable markers of ovarian reserve. 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Chronic stress and adrenal dysfunction can influence reproductive signaling and fertility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Cortisol may be associated with:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased physiological stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisrupted ovulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuppressed LH and FSH signaling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHormonal imbalance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow Cortisol may be associated with:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced adrenal function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpaired stress adaptation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAltered reproductive hormone production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 3 Fertility Testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Time to Collect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis profile is typically collected during the \u003cstrong\u003eearly follicular phase (Days 2-4 of the menstrual cycle)\u003c\/strong\u003e, with Day 1 being the first day of full menstrual flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Test on Day 3?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDay 3 testing provides a baseline assessment of reproductive hormones before ovarian hormones begin significantly influencing results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt this stage:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLH and FSH reflect baseline pituitary output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOvarian reserve markers are most accurate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHormonal communication between the pituitary and ovaries can be evaluated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertility potential can be assessed more effectively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 3 Testing Is Ideal For:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssessing ovarian reserve (AMH, FSH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvaluating reproductive hormone signaling (LH, FSH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasuring prolactin with minimal hormonal interference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssessing thyroid influence on fertility (TSH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvaluating the impact of stress on reproductive health (Cortisol)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstablishing a fertility baseline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Should Consider This Test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fertility Basic Test may be beneficial for individuals who:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre planning to conceive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave irregular menstrual cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant to assess ovarian reserve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuspect hormonal imbalances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave concerns about ovulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperience unexplained fertility challenges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant insight into thyroid or stress-related fertility factors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits of the Fertility Basic Test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Convenient at-home dried blood spot collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Evaluates key fertility-related hormones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Assesses ovarian reserve and reproductive signaling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Includes thyroid and stress hormone assessment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Helps identify potential fertility-related hormone imbalances\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Supports informed discussions with healthcare practitioners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Uses highly sensitive electrochemiluminescence immunoassay (ECLIA) technology\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTest Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTest Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e B-244\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried Blood Spot (DBS)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethodology:\u003c\/strong\u003e ECLIA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection Timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Days 2-4 of menstrual cycle (typically Day 3)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalytes Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e AMH, FSH, LH, Prolactin, TSH, Cortisol\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGain valuable insight into your reproductive health with the \u003cstrong\u003eZRT Fertility Basic Test\u003c\/strong\u003e, an essential starting point for understanding fertility hormone balance and ovarian reserve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-244 Fertility Basic Test Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAMH, LH, FSH, TSH, Cortisol \u0026amp; Prolactin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried Blood Spot (DBS)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClick to see \u003ca title=\"Fertility Test Sample Collection Instructions\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1885\/4859\/files\/fertility-inx-92826.pdf?v=1792066587\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertility Test Sample Collection Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease read all instructions carefully before collecting your sample. Failure to follow the instructions may affect sample quality and test results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore You Begin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe B-244 Fertility Basic Test measures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLuteinizing Hormone (LH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCortisol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProlactin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis test is performed using a simple finger-prick dried blood spot collection completed at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis test is \u003cstrong\u003enot recommended for individuals using hormonal contraceptives\u003c\/strong\u003e, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBirth control pills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHormonal patches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVaginal rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContraceptive injections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHormonal implants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividuals using a progestin IUD may complete fertility testing; however, progesterone values may be lower than expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1: Choose Your Collection Day\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe B-244 Fertility Basic Test may be collected as either:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOption 1: Day 3 Fertility Testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDay 3 testing is typically used to assess ovarian reserve and baseline reproductive hormone function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Collect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCount Day 1 as the first day of full menstrual bleeding (not spotting).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollect your sample on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDay 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDay 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDay 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf menstrual flow is short, collect on Day 2 whenever possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOption 2: Day 21 Fertility Testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDay 21 testing evaluates reproductive function later in the menstrual cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegular Cycle Lengths\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCycle length 23-26 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect on Day 17, 18, or 19\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCycle length 27-30 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect on Day 21, 22, or 23\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCycle length 31-34 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect on Day 25, 26, or 27\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLonger or Shorter Cycles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollect approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-7 days before your next expected period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIrregular or Unpredictable Cycles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your cycles are irregular or infrequent, collect on any day that you are not actively bleeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 2: Preparation Before Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 Days Before Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiotin (Vitamin B7) supplements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHair, skin and nail formulas containing biotin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnti-aging and anti-wrinkle facial creams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese products may interfere with certain laboratory measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHormone Users\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContinue Hormones as Prescribed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not discontinue prescribed hormone therapy unless directed by your healthcare practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecord all hormone medications and supplements on your test requisition form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTopical Creams, Oral Hormones, Troches \u0026amp; Sublingual Hormones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe day before collection:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinue treatment as prescribed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure any evening hormone dose is applied at least 12 hours before collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExample:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply evening hormone before 8:00 PM if collecting at 8:00 AM.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTopical Hormone Users\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor at least 48 hours before collection:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not apply hormones with bare hands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse gloves or an applicator.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid applying hormones to the face, lips, or neck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatches, Pellets, Rings \u0026amp; Injections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollect your sample midway between doses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExamples:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeekly patch → Collect approximately 3 days after application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonthly injection → Collect approximately 2 weeks after injection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteroid Medications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf taking:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydrocortisone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrednisone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther glucocorticoids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsult your healthcare provider regarding the best collection timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNight Before Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo minimize contamination:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChange bed sheets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChange pillowcases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse clean towels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid surfaces that may contain hormone residue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay of Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHydration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStay well hydrated before collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid excessive fluid intake immediately before sampling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection Timing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollect your blood spot sample:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWithin one hour of waking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 3: Blood Spot Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare Your Card\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore collection:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrite your full name on the collection card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecord the collection date.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecord the collection time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare Your Hands\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash hands thoroughly with soap and warm water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry with a clean towel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure your hands are warm to encourage blood flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelpful tip:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRub your hands together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwing your arms gently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRun hands under warm water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare Collection Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol prep pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSterile gauze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect either:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle finger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRing finger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the non-dominant hand whenever possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClean the Finger\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe the selected finger using the alcohol pad.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the finger to air dry completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse the Lancet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwist and remove the lancet cap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the lancet firmly against the side of your 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No any other payment required except shipping payment posting your sample to lab. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClose the kit securely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the kit in the return packaging. 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These additional hormones provide a broader picture of reproductive hormone activity and androgen balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eearly follicular testing, commonly called Day 3 testing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, to explore baseline hormone levels, or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eluteal-phase testing, commonly called Day 21 testing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, to assess hormone activity after ovulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollect your sample at home using a simple finger-prick kit, without visiting a clinic for sample collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnalytes Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBiomarker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaboratory Method\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eECLIA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLuteinising Hormone (LH)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eECLIA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eECLIA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eECLIA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProlactin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eECLIA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCortisol (C)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eECLIA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOestradiol (E2)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLC-MS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProgesterone (Pg)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLC-MS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTestosterone (T)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLC-MS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDehydroepiandrosterone Sulphate (DHEAS)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLC-MS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eECLIA:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Electrochemiluminescence immunoassay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLC-MS:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Liquid chromatography–mass spectrometry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Test Your Fertility Hormones?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReproductive health depends on communication between the brain, ovaries, thyroid and adrenal glands. Changes in these hormone systems can influence follicle development, ovulation and menstrual regularity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Fertility Advanced Test brings these measurements together to help explore:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOvarian reserve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, using AMH alongside other relevant hormone results.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSignals involved in follicle development and ovulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, including FSH and LH.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePost-ovulation hormone activity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, particularly progesterone when collected at the appropriate time.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOestrogen and androgen balance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, including oestradiol, testosterone and DHEAS.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThyroid regulation and prolactin levels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which can affect menstrual cycles.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMorning cortisol levels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, adding information about adrenal hormone activity.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour results can support a more informed discussion with your healthcare practitioner about fertility planning, menstrual symptoms and further investigations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Does This Test Measure?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH) — Ovarian Reserve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAMH is produced by small developing follicles in the ovaries. It provides information about ovarian reserve and can help inform expectations about the ovarian response to fertility treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigher levels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may reflect a larger follicle pool and can occur in PCOS.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLower levels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may reflect reduced ovarian reserve, including age-related changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAMH does not measure egg quality or independently predict whether you will conceive naturally.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) — Follicle Development\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFSH is released by the pituitary gland and signals ovarian follicles to develop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigher early-cycle levels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may suggest that the ovaries require stronger stimulation, which can occur with reduced ovarian reserve.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLower levels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may reflect reduced signalling from the hypothalamus or pituitary, or the effects of hormone treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasuring oestradiol alongside FSH helps put the result into context.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLuteinising Hormone (LH) — Ovulation Signalling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLH helps regulate reproductive hormone production and triggers ovulation through the mid-cycle LH surge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigher levels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e can occur around ovulation, with reduced ovarian function or in some PCOS patterns.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLower levels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may reflect reduced reproductive signalling or the effects of hormone treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterpretation depends on the collection day and the other hormone results. An LH result or LH-to-FSH ratio alone does not diagnose PCOS.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProlactin — A Hormone That Can Affect Ovulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProlactin is produced by the pituitary gland. Persistently elevated levels can interfere with reproductive hormone signalling and contribute to irregular or absent periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigher results may be associated with medication effects, pregnancy, breastfeeding, an underactive thyroid or pituitary conditions. Unexpected elevations may require repeat testing and clinical assessment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) — Thyroid Regulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTSH signals the thyroid gland to produce thyroid hormones, which help support menstrual regularity and reproductive function.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigher TSH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may suggest an underactive thyroid.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLower TSH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may suggest an overactive thyroid or the effects of thyroid medication.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbnormal results may warrant additional thyroid testing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCortisol — Morning Adrenal Hormone Activity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCortisol is an adrenal hormone involved in the stress response, metabolism and daily waking rhythm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis panel measures cortisol in a morning blood spot sample. It adds context to your reproductive hormone assessment, but a single measurement does not describe your full daily cortisol pattern or establish a diagnosis of an adrenal disorder.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOestradiol (E2) — Ovarian Activity and Uterine Preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOestradiol is the main oestrogen produced by the ovaries during the reproductive years. It helps regulate reproductive signalling and supports the growth of the uterine lining.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring early-cycle testing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, oestradiol helps interpret FSH. An unexpectedly elevated result can suppress FSH and make it appear reassuring.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring luteal-phase testing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it provides information about ovarian hormone activity after ovulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResults must be interpreted against the correct menstrual phase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProgesterone (Pg) — Evidence of Recent Ovulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProgesterone rises after ovulation and helps prepare the uterine lining for pregnancy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn appropriately timed luteal-phase measurement can help establish whether ovulation has recently occurred. A low result may reflect collection before or after the progesterone peak, or a cycle without ovulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProgesterone is normally low during early follicular testing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A single result does not establish the quality of the entire luteal phase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTestosterone (T) — Androgen Balance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTestosterone contributes to normal ovarian function and sexual wellbeing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigher levels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may indicate androgen excess and can occur alongside irregular cycles, acne, excess facial or body hair, and PCOS.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLower levels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may occur with reduced androgen production or hormone treatment and should be interpreted alongside symptoms and other results.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDHEAS — Adrenal Androgen Production\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDHEAS is produced mainly by the adrenal glands and acts as a precursor for other sex hormones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigher levels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may indicate increased adrenal androgen production and can contribute to the assessment of androgen excess.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLower levels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may reflect age-related changes, medication effects or reduced adrenal androgen production.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, DHEAS and testosterone help your practitioner assess the pattern of androgen activity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen Should You Collect Your Sample?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose your collection timing according to the question you want to explore.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Early follicular and luteal-phase testing provide different information.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOption 1: Day 3 — Baseline Fertility Hormones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollect on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDays 2–4 of your menstrual cycle while you are still experiencing menstrual flow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. If your bleeding is short, collect on Day 2.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDay 1 is the first day of full menstrual bleeding, not spotting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly follicular testing is particularly useful for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssessing ovarian reserve markers, including AMH and baseline FSH.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterpreting FSH alongside oestradiol.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvaluating baseline LH and androgen patterns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstablishing a reproductive hormone baseline.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOption 2: Luteal Phase — Hormones After Ovulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLuteal-phase testing focuses on hormone activity after ovulation, particularly progesterone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Day 21” is a general label; the appropriate day depends on your cycle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The laboratory’s collection instructions provide these windows:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsual Cycle Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollection Days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e23–26 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDay 17, 18 or 19\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e27–30 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDay 21, 22 or 23\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e31–34 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDay 25, 26 or 27\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLonger or shorter cycles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 5–7 days before your next expected period\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you track ovulation, the laboratory’s testing guide recommends aiming for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eapproximately seven days after ovulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Ask your practitioner for guidance if your ovulation date and the calendar-based window do not align.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIrregular or Infrequent Periods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your cycles are unpredictable, the laboratory permits collection on any non-bleeding day. However, assessing progesterone after ovulation requires suitable timing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecord your cycle information on the requisition form. If possible, use ovulation tracking and practitioner guidance to choose the collection day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach collection represents one point in your cycle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e If your practitioner recommends both early follicular and luteal-phase testing, arrange the required separate collections before starting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Should Consider This Test?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis panel may be useful for women who:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre exploring reproductive hormone health as part of fertility planning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave irregular, infrequent or absent periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant information about ovarian reserve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave concerns about whether ovulation is occurring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExperience acne or excess facial or body hair alongside menstrual changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeed a broader hormone assessment when investigating possible PCOS.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant to explore thyroid, prolactin or androgen factors affecting their cycles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre undergoing a practitioner-led fertility assessment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenefits of the Fertility Advanced Test\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 biomarkers in one panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, covering reproductive, thyroid-regulating and adrenal hormones.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConvenient at-home finger-prick collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes LC-MS measurement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of oestradiol, progesterone, testosterone and DHEAS.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlexible collection timing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for baseline or post-ovulation assessment.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroader context for your symptoms and cycle history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports informed decisions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with your healthcare practitioner.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTest Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInformation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTest name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertility Advanced\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTest code\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eB-245\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDried Blood Spot (DBS)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollection method\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt-home finger prick\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBiomarkers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMethodology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eECLIA and LC-MS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollection timing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly follicular or luteal phase, depending on the purpose of testing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime of day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWithin one hour of waking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderstand more about your reproductive hormone patterns with the Fertility Advanced Test — a convenient starting point for a more informed fertility discussion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eB-245 Fertility Advanced Test — Collection Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAMH, LH, FSH, TSH, Prolactin, Cortisol, Oestradiol, Progesterone, Testosterone and DHEAS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample type: Dried Blood Spot (DBS)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1885\/4859\/files\/fertility-inx-92826.pdf?v=1792066587\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView the Fertility Sample Collection Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead the full instructions supplied with your kit before collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. Check Suitability and Choose Your Collection Day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow the early follicular or luteal-phase schedule above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe laboratory does \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot recommend this kit for individuals using hormonal contraceptive pills, patches, vaginal rings, injections or implants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTesting is permitted with a progestin IUD, although measurable progesterone may be reduced.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not stop prescribed contraception or hormone treatment to take this test without advice from your prescriber.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Prepare Before Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree Days Before\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing the laboratory’s instructions, avoid:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBiotin\/vitamin B7 supplements, including hair and nail formulas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnti-ageing or anti-wrinkle facial creams.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf biotin has been prescribed, check with your prescriber before withholding it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf You Use Hormone Treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecord all hormones, medicines and supplements on your requisition form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContinue prescribed hormones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFor topical, swallowed, troche or sublingual hormones, the laboratory advises taking any evening dose at least \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12 hours before morning collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its instructions allow oral progesterone to be taken at bedtime.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFor topical hormones, use gloves or an applicator for at least \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etwo days before collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Avoid applying hormones to the face, lips or neck.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFor prescribed non-contraceptive patches, rings, pellets or injections, follow the laboratory’s guidance on collecting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emidway between doses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Ask your prescriber if the appropriate timing is unclear.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf taking hydrocortisone, prednisone or other glucocorticoids, ask your healthcare practitioner about collection timing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo reduce contamination from topical hormones, change sheets, pillowcases and towels the night before collection, and avoid surfaces that may contain hormone residue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. Collect Within One Hour of Waking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStay well hydrated, without excessive fluid intake.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWrite your name, collection date and collection time on the blood spot card.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWash your hands with soap and warm water and dry them with a clean towel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarm your hands to encourage blood flow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen the card and fold the cover away from the filter paper. Do not touch the collection circles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace the card on a clean, flat surface below waist level.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelect the middle or ring finger of your non-dominant hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClean the finger with the alcohol pad and let it air dry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse the lancet as instructed and wipe away the first blood drop with sterile gauze.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep your hand below your waist and gently encourage blood flow without excessive squeezing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow a large drop to fall onto the centre of each circle. Apply a dressing when finished.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach blood spot should:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFill as much of the printed circle as possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoak through so blood is visible on the back.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContain a single drop, without overlapping layers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAim to fill all circles where possible. Several well-formed spots are preferable to many small or poor-quality spots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. Dry the Card\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeave the card open to air dry for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eat least four hours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce completely dry, close the cover and keep it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight until shipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not package a damp card.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. Complete the Paperwork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete the requisition form fully, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollection date and time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMenstrual-cycle information.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurrent medicines and supplements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHormone treatments and dosing information.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncomplete information may delay processing or limit interpretation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6. Package and Send Your Sample\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace the completely dried card and completed requisition form inside the kit box. 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Outside pregnancy and breastfeeding, persistently elevated prolactin can disrupt the signals involved in normal reproductive function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn women, this can interfere with ovulation and menstrual regularity. 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In some circumstances, it may reflect reduced pituitary function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterpretation depends on your symptoms, medication use and other hormone results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProlactin Within the Reference Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA result within the applicable range makes persistent prolactin excess less likely as an explanation for your symptoms. Your practitioner can then consider other relevant hormonal or non-hormonal factors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProlactin Reference Ranges\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour report will show your prolactin result alongside the laboratory’s applicable reference range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePregnancy, breastfeeding, medication use and clinical circumstances affect interpretation.\u003c\/strong\u003e Record these details accurately on your requisition form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied fertility PDFs do not provide numerical prolactin reference ranges, so the range on your individual laboratory report should be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen Should You Collect Your Sample?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWomen With Regular Periods\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe laboratory’s fertility guide highlights \u003cstrong\u003eearly follicular collection — Days 2–4 — as useful for assessing prolactin with less oestrogen influence\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCount \u003cstrong\u003eDay 1\u003c\/strong\u003e as the first day of full menstrual bleeding, not spotting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow the kit’s instruction to collect while menstrual flow continues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf your bleeding is short, collect on \u003cstrong\u003eDay 2\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your practitioner requests another collection day, follow their guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWomen Having Luteal-Phase Testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fertility kit also provides a luteal-phase collection option:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsual Cycle Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection Window\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23–26 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDay 17, 18 or 19\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27–30 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDay 21, 22 or 23\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e31–34 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDay 25, 26 or 27\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLonger or shorter cycles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 5–7 days before the next expected period\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor \u003cstrong\u003eprolactin-only testing\u003c\/strong\u003e, luteal collection does not confirm ovulation. Use the collection timing recommended for your assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWomen With Irregular or Infrequent Periods\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe laboratory permits collection on \u003cstrong\u003eany non-bleeding day\u003c\/strong\u003e when cycles are unpredictable or infrequent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you do not menstruate, ask your practitioner to confirm a suitable collection day rather than waiting for a period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMen can collect on \u003cstrong\u003eany day of the month\u003c\/strong\u003e, following the kit instructions and any treatment-specific guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime of Day\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied fertility kit instructions advise collecting your blood spot sample \u003cstrong\u003ewithin one hour of waking\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your practitioner requests a repeat prolactin measurement under different conditions, follow the instructions given for that repeat test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits of the Prolactin Hormone Test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFocused testing\u003c\/strong\u003e of a hormone relevant to reproductive and sexual health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for women and men.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConvenient at-home finger-prick collection.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eECLIA laboratory analysis.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecialist commentary\u003c\/strong\u003e to support interpretation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUseful next-step information\u003c\/strong\u003e for investigating menstrual changes, fertility concerns and low testosterone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaboratory fee included\u003c\/strong\u003e in the purchase price.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrder your kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — receive the collection materials and instructions at home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose your collection day\u003c\/strong\u003e — follow the relevant guidance for your circumstances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollect your sample\u003c\/strong\u003e — complete the finger-prick dried blood spot collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost your sample\u003c\/strong\u003e — return the dried card and completed paperwork to ZRT Laboratory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReceive your report by email\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually within \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 working days of the laboratory receiving a suitable sample and completed paperwork\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Receive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn at-home dried blood spot collection kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory measurement of \u003cstrong\u003eprolactin\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour result with the applicable reference range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecialist laboratory interpretation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInformation to support a discussion about further assessment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory testing included in your purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomers are responsible for the cost of posting their sample to the laboratory.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Use ZRT Laboratory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZRT Laboratory is a \u003cstrong\u003eCLIA-certified diagnostic laboratory based in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e, specialising in hormone and wellness testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProlactin is available through its dried blood spot testing service both as an individual measurement and within the Fertility Basic and Fertility Advanced panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor B-209, prolactin is measured using \u003cstrong\u003eelectrochemiluminescence immunoassay technology\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProlactin Only or a Broader Hormone Panel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiomarkers Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Focus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-209 — Prolactin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProlactin only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocused investigation of prolactin levels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-204 — LH\/FSH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLH and FSH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReproductive hormone signalling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-244 — Fertility Basic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAMH, LH, FSH, TSH, prolactin and cortisol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBroader female fertility hormone assessment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-245 — Fertility Advanced\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBasic markers plus oestradiol, progesterone, testosterone and DHEAS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpanded female reproductive hormone assessment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose B-209 when you specifically need a prolactin measurement.\u003c\/strong\u003e A broader assessment may be more useful when several hormonal explanations need investigating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB-209 Prolactin Test — Sample Collection Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample type: Dried Blood Spot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1885\/4859\/files\/fertility-inx-92826.pdf?v=1792066587\"\u003eView the Full Fertility Sample Collection Instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead the instructions supplied with your kit before collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Choose Your Collection Day\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the collection guidance above or the timing requested by your practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan to collect \u003cstrong\u003ewithin one hour of waking\u003c\/strong\u003e, as directed in the fertility kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Record Medicines and Hormone Treatments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eList all medicines, supplements and hormones on the requisition form. Include pregnancy or breastfeeding status where applicable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedication information is particularly important for prolactin interpretation. Do not stop prescribed medicines to change your result.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe laboratory’s fertility kit instructions do not recommend testing for users of hormonal contraceptive pills, patches, vaginal rings, injections or implants. Testing is permitted with a progestin IUD; record its use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf prolactin testing has been requested while you use contraception, confirm the collection plan with your practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Prepare Three Days Before Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the laboratory’s instructions to avoid:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiotin \/ vitamin B7 supplements\u003c\/strong\u003e, including hair and nail formulas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-ageing or anti-wrinkle facial creams.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf biotin is prescribed, ask your prescriber before withholding it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Follow Hormone-Treatment Guidance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue prescribed treatment and follow the treatment-specific instructions supplied with the kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaboratory Guidance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTopical, swallowed, troche or sublingual hormones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe instructions advise allowing at least 12 hours between an evening dose and morning collection. Oral progesterone may be taken at bedtime.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTopical hormones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse gloves or an applicator for at least two days before collection. Avoid applying hormones to the face, lips or neck.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-contraceptive patches, rings, pellets or injections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFollow the laboratory’s midway-between-doses guidance; ask your prescriber where the treatment has no clear dosing interval.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydrocortisone, prednisone or other glucocorticoids\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAsk your practitioner about collection timing.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor topical hormone users, the laboratory also advises changing sheets, pillowcases and towels the night before collection and avoiding surfaces containing hormone residue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Prepare Your Card and Hands\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStay well hydrated without excessive fluid intake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLabel the card with your \u003cstrong\u003ename, collection date and time\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash your hands with soap and warm water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry them with a clean towel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm your hands to encourage circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen the card without touching the filter paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6. Collect the Blood Spots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the card on a clean, flat surface below waist level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect the middle or ring finger of your non-dominant hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the finger with the alcohol pad and allow it to air dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the lancet as instructed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe away the first blood drop with sterile gauze.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep your hand below your waist and gently encourage blood flow without excessive squeezing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow one large drop to fall onto the centre of each circle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a dressing when finished.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach spot should fill as much of the circle as possible and soak through to the back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not layer drops, smear blood or touch the collection paper.\u003c\/strong\u003e Several well-formed spots are preferable to many small or poor-quality spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7. Dry the Card\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeave the card open to air dry for \u003cstrong\u003eat least four hours\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce completely dry, close the cover. Keep it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight until shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8. Complete the Paperwork and Post\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the fully dried card and completed requisition form inside the kit box. Close it securely and use the supplied return packaging and instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePost promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf shipping is delayed beyond 24 hours, freeze the dried sample inside its sample bag, as directed by the laboratory. Samples must reach the laboratory within 30 days of collection to avoid rejection.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe laboratory analysis fee is included in your purchase. Return postage is your responsibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Both Women and Men Use This Test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Prolactin can affect reproductive hormone signalling in both sexes. Testing can contribute to the investigation of menstrual changes, fertility difficulties, low testosterone and sexual symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan High Prolactin Affect Fertility?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Persistently elevated prolactin can interfere with the hormonal signals involved in ovulation and testosterone production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes High Prolactin Mean I Have a Pituitary Tumour?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Medicines, pregnancy, breastfeeding, thyroid dysfunction and other factors can also raise prolactin. Further assessment establishes the cause.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Medicines Affect My Result?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Some medicines can increase prolactin. Record all treatments on your form and continue prescribed medication unless your prescriber advises otherwise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I Test During Pregnancy or Breastfeeding?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProlactin rises naturally during pregnancy and breastfeeding. A routine result cannot be interpreted in the same way as a non-pregnant, non-breastfeeding result. Testing in these circumstances should follow a practitioner’s recommendation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes This Test Measure Testosterone or Thyroid Function?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It measures \u003cstrong\u003eprolactin only\u003c\/strong\u003e. Testosterone or thyroid testing may be recommended depending on your symptoms and result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Happens if My Prolactin Is Elevated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour practitioner may recommend a repeat measurement, review of medicines, thyroid testing or other investigations. The next step depends on the degree of elevation and your symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Price Include Laboratory Testing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The laboratory fee is included. You pay the cost of posting your sample to the laboratory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTake a clearer next step in understanding your reproductive and hormonal health with convenient at-home prolactin testing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hormone Lab UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58902097691005,"sku":"B-209","price":39.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1885\/4859\/files\/Prolactin-Hormone-Test.webp?v=1792663684"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1885\/4859\/collections\/dried-blood-spot-test-card.png?v=1792433893","url":"https:\/\/hormonelab.co.uk\/de\/collections\/blood-spot-hormone-test.oembed","provider":"Hormone Lab UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}