Book Your Private FSH Blood Test (Follicle Stimulating Hormone)

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Optimal levels of Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) indicate a well-functioning pituitary gland, a crucial component of the endocrine system. The pituitary gland plays a vital role in regulating sex hormones, which in turn, govern fertility and reproductive health.

FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone) plays a crucial role in women by promoting egg growth in the ovaries each month and stimulating the production of oestrogen. As a woman approaches menopause, her body gradually stops producing eggs, causing FSH levels to rise. Elevated FSH levels can therefore be an indicator of the onset of menopause, reflecting reduced ovarian function and declining oestrogen production.

A private FSH Blood Test is a valuable diagnostic tool, capable of identifying potential issues such as ovarian failure or menopause in women Monitoring FSH levels in women helps determine if you are entering menopause.

Our private FSH Blood Test is a quick, easy and accurate way to check on your reproductive health. The test can be added to any of our full body health check packages.

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    Fast, accurate results

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    Competitively priced testing within 20 minutes of your home

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    Detailed, personalised Results Report

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    Access to our 24/7 GP service with all test packages

How it works

How it works

1. Select and book your package

View our health test packages and book a full body private health check. All our individual tests can be added to any of our private health check packages. Just call our team on 0800 652 2183 before your appointment to add an extra test.

2. Make an appointment

Choose the venue, date and time that suits you. With over 2000 appointments available nationwide every week, you're sure to find a convenient time, date and venue.

3. Attend your appointment

A trained health assessment specialist will carry out your assessment. The whole process only takes around 20 - 30 minutes.

4. Fast, accurate results

Your results will be available 24/7 through our online dashboard, My Wellness. You will receive an email notification as soon as your results are ready for viewing. Processing times vary by test, with some results accessible on the dashboard in as little as three days. The online dashboard also provides easy access to a downloadable PDF, making it simple to share your results with your GP.

What is an FSH Blood Test?

An FSH Blood Test provides insights into the health of the pituitary gland, a key regulator of reproductive hormones. This test is designed to help assess whether you may be entering menopause. A comprehensive evaluation should consider both your symptoms and your FSH results for a more accurate understanding.

The FSH Blood Test is commonly used to help diagnose conditions such as:

  • Menopause
  • Ovarian failure
  • Pituitary or hypothalamic disorders

Why take a FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) Test?

A Follicle Stimulating Hormone Blood Test can help you better understand your fertility hormones and give insight into menopause. The Follicle Stimulating Hormone Blood Test is commonly used to help evaluate Menopause.

What are the most common symptoms of FSH imbalance?

High or low FSH levels, similar to any hormonal imbalance, can affect the body in a number of ways.

Symptoms of imbalanced FSH levels in women include:

  • Mood swings
  • Irregular periods
  • Absent periods
  • Changes to skin and hair
  • Hot flushes
  • Fatigue
  • Low sex drive
  • Fertility issues

What does a FSH Blood Test involve?

For women who have not had a menstrual cycle for two to three months there is no preparation for the test. Women who may still have a menstrual cycle will need to be tested at a specific time in their menstrual cycle as FSH levels change throughout the month.

For the most accurate results, it is recommended that the FSH Blood Test be taken on day 3 of the menstrual cycle (day 1 is the start of your period).

A blood sample will be taken, using a small needle, from a vein in your arm. The small sample of blood is then collected into a test tube. The test is relatively painless, though you may feel a slight sting when the needle is inserted and taken out.

The whole process typically takes less than five minutes. After the blood is drawn into a vial, the blood sample is then sent to a laboratory for testing.

Private health checks for complete peace of mind

Our full body private health checks are designed for busy people who want to take control of their health. Our tests are quick, accurate, convenient and completely stress-free. No waiting for an appointment, no invasive procedures, no embarrassing questions, no long travel times and no busy waiting rooms.

Trained health assessment specialists carry out all tests in over 350 venues across the UK and Ireland, so you get accurate professional health checks within 20 minutes of your home. Our private health checks include all the tests you need to take a proactive approach to monitoring and improving your health.

Any individual tests can be added to any full body health check. Just book one of our full body private health assessments and call us before your appointment to add an extra test.

Need help? Call free on

0800 652 2183 to speak to one of our team.

FAQs

Follicle-stimulating hormones produced in the pituitary gland play a significant role in the proper functioning of the ovaries and testes. An FSH Blood Test, alongside a review of symptoms is a way to gauge menopause.

FSH is responsible for:

  • Controlling the menstrual cycle
  • Producing eggs in the ovaries
  • The normal functioning of the reproductive system.

There is no need to fast prior to the FSH Blood Test. However, for women, it is recommended that the FSH Blood Test be taken on day 3 of the menstrual cycle (day 1 is the start of your period) if you are still having periods. In addition, if taking the supplement biotin, you should refrain from taking this for 72 hours before the FSH Blood Test.

Your test results and other readings will each be given a ‘flag’ of a different colour: green, amber or red. Green results are within the recommended range for your age and sex; amber results are slightly outside what we'd normally expect; and red results are further outside the norm.

Where a result is amber or red, we'll give follow-up advice on what to do next - whether that's making lifestyle changes, simply monitoring the result, or visiting your doctor for further investigation.

If there are any critical results discovered by our laboratory, we will contact you immediately, so you won’t need to wait for your full results report to arrive to take appropriate action.

As the test is used to assess menopause, the FSH Blood Test is recommended if you have stopped your menstrual cycle or have an irregular menstrual cycle alongside associated symptoms of menopause or perimenopause.

There is a correlation between alcohol intake and increased oestrogen, which in turn affects FSH levels. Alcohol is well known for disrupting hormones and should be avoided prior to testing in order to obtain the most accurate results.

Full preparation instructions will be provided in writing when you book your appointment.

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