Female Elite Hormone Test

Elite Hormone Test – Blood Spot Panel (E2, Progesterone, Testosterone + SHBG)

Test ID: B-240 | At-Home Blood Spot Collection | Results in 3–5 Working Days | Suitable for Men & Women

The Elite Hormone Test is a clinically accurate, at-home blood spot hormone panel that measures the three most commonly tested sex hormones plus SHBG — giving you a clear picture of your hormonal balance. Using advanced LC-MS/MS technology through our CLIA-certified partner, ZRT Laboratory, this test is suitable for both men and women experiencing symptoms of hormonal imbalance.

What Does This Test Measure?

This panel tests the following four markers:

• Estradiol (E2) – the primary sex oestrogen; critical for reproductive health, bone density, mood, and libido in both men and women
• Progesterone (Pg) – essential for cycle regulation in women and for balancing oestrogen; also plays a role in male hormonal health
• Testosterone (T) – vital for energy, muscle mass, libido, and mood in both sexes; deficiency affects men and women alike
• Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG) – a liver protein that binds testosterone and oestrogen, regulating how much is biologically available to your tissues

Who Is This Test For?

This test is ideal for men and women who want to assess their core sex hormone levels, particularly if experiencing:

• Low libido or sexual dysfunction
• Fatigue and persistent low energy
• Mood swings, anxiety, or depression
• Hot flashes or night sweats
• Irregular or heavy periods (women)
• Decreased muscle mass or increased body fat
• Acne, oily skin, or hair thinning
• Brain fog or poor concentration
• Fertility concerns
• Bloating or PMS symptoms

Symptoms by Hormone

Estradiol (E2) Imbalance Symptoms

• Bloating and water retention
• Acne or oily skin
• Low libido
• Hot flashes
• Irritability and mood swings
• Depression
• Decreased fertility
• Vaginal dryness
• Poor concentration and memory lapses
• Obstructed bile secretion or function

Progesterone Imbalance Symptoms

• Heavy or painful periods
• Irregular periods
• Mood swings
• Hot flashes
• Tender or fibrocystic breasts
• Urinary incontinence
• Vaginal dryness

Testosterone Imbalance Symptoms

• Loss of muscle mass or tone
• Fat deposits around the stomach and chest
• Cellulite and varicose veins
• Dry skin and decreased hair growth
• Low stamina and persistent tiredness
• Anxiety, nervousness, and depressive moods
• Decreased stress resistance
• Low assertiveness and forgetfulness

Testosterone deficiency can affect women as well as men.

SHBG Imbalance Symptoms (Low SHBG)

SHBG binds and transports both testosterone and oestrogen in the bloodstream, regulating how much is biologically available to your tissues. Low SHBG means more free testosterone, which can cause:

• Excessive body hair or male-pattern hair growth (hirsutism)
• Acne and dandruff
• Hair loss or baldness
• Voice deepening
• Increased muscle mass
• Reduced breast size
• Irregular or absent periods

High SHBG, on the other hand, reduces the amount of free testosterone available — worsening symptoms of testosterone deficiency even when total testosterone appears normal.

How Does the Test Work?

1. Order your kit – delivered directly to your door across the UK
2. Collect your sample at home – a simple finger-prick blood spot collection, no clinic visit required
3. Post your sample – send it to our ZRT Laboratory using standard post (shipping cost is your responsibility)
4. Receive your results – within 3–5 working days of the lab receiving your sample
5. Review your report – detailed hormone level graphics, numerical values, and specialist commentary from a PhD Hormone Specialist Doctor

👉 View a Sample Test Result Report

What's Included in the Kit?

• Blood spot collection card
• Lancets for finger-prick sampling
• Full step-by-step instructions
• Laboratory fee (no additional lab costs or hidden charges)
• Valid for 12 months from purchase date

Why Test These Three Hormones Together?

Oestrogen, progesterone, and testosterone don't operate in isolation — they interact constantly. An imbalance in one affects the others. Testing all three alongside SHBG gives you a complete picture of your hormonal ecosystem, rather than a single data point that could be misleading in isolation. This is why the Elite Hormone Test is one of the most clinically useful entry-level hormone panels available.

Why We Use ZRT Laboratory

All testing is performed by ZRT Laboratory — a globally recognised, CLIA-certified diagnostic laboratory founded in 1998 by Dr. David Zava, PhD. ZRT has performed over 11 million tests and is trusted by healthcare professionals in 96+ countries.

• Pioneers of at-home dried blood spot (DBS) hormone testing
• Advanced LC-MS/MS and ICP-MS technology for clinical-grade accuracy
• Qualified for the CDC Hormone Standardization (HoSt) Program for testosterone and estradiol
• Personalised reference ranges based on age and sex

Through our partnership with ZRT Laboratory, Hormone Lab UK delivers internationally recognised, research-backed hormone testing to men and women across the UK and Europe — from the comfort of home.