{"product_id":"fertility-advanced-test-eclia-lcms","title":"Fertility Advanced Profile | ECLIA \u0026 LCMS | 10 Markers","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertility Advanced Profile (B-245)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvanced At-Home Fertility Hormone Testing — 10 Key Biomarkers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertility Advanced Test (B-245)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an at-home dried blood spot test that measures \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 biomarkers involved in ovarian reserve, ovulation, menstrual cycles, thyroid regulation and adrenal hormone activity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilding on the Fertility Basic profile, this advanced panel adds \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoestradiol, progesterone, testosterone and DHEAS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, measured using liquid chromatography–mass spectrometry (LC-MS). 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. Close it securely and place it in the return packaging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour purchase includes the laboratory testing fee. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomers are responsible for the cost of posting their sample to the laboratory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSend promptly, following the return instructions supplied with your kit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you cannot ship within 24 hours, the laboratory instructs you to freeze the dried sample inside its sample bag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Samples must reach the laboratory within \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 days of collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to avoid rejection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollection Checklist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCorrect collection day selected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample collected within one hour of waking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCard labelled with name, date and time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlood spots soaked through without overlapping drops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCard dried for at least four hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequisition form completed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample packaged and shipped promptly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hormone Lab UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58901030306173,"sku":"B-245","price":279.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1885\/4859\/files\/Fertility-Advanced-Profile.webp?v=1792664888","url":"https:\/\/hormonelab.co.uk\/fr\/products\/fertility-advanced-test-eclia-lcms","provider":"Hormone Lab UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}