Menopause Blood Test

Menopause Blood Test

Menopause is a natural stage of life, but the changes it brings can feel anything but simple.
From mood swings and disrupted sleep to hot flushes and changes in energy, these shifts are often your body’s way of signalling a change in hormone balance.

Our Menopause Blood Test gives you the clarity you need to navigate this transition with confidence. By measuring key hormones — Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH), Luteinising Hormone (LH), and Oestradiol — this test helps you understand where you may be in the menopausal journey: perimenopause, menopause, or postmenopause.

Because menopause symptoms can overlap with other health issues, this test also includes a thyroid function check. Thyroid imbalances can mimic menopause symptoms, such as changes in mood, temperature regulation, and energy, so assessing both gives you a fuller picture of your wellbeing.

While hormone testing is a powerful tool, it’s most effective when viewed alongside your personal experience — changes in your menstrual cycle, symptoms you’re feeling, and your stage of life. Together, these insights can help you and your healthcare provider create the most supportive plan for your needs.

Why women choose the Menopause Blood Test:

• Clarity on hormone levels during life’s transitions
• Early insight into whether symptoms are menopause-related or linked to thyroid health
• Guidance to support lifestyle changes or treatment plans
• A compassionate, confidential service tailored to women’s health

Menopause is a chapter of transformation, not loss. With the right knowledge, you can embrace it feeling informed, prepared, and empowered.

If you’re not sure exactly what you need, we advise all our clients to consult with a GP or one of our Registered Nutritionists before taking any blood tests. However, below you can find more information about this panel, and we hope it will help.

IS THE ULTIMATE FEMALE FERTILITY BLOOD TEST RIGHT FOR ME?
Planning a family is one of life’s most important steps, and we’re here to help ensure you’re in the best possible health for conception and pregnancy. This comprehensive preconception and fertility check reviews your key biomarkers to confirm all is well — or to identify areas that may need attention.

If you’re already trying for a baby, this panel can uncover potential biochemical factors affecting your success and help guide you toward solutions.

Why Have the Ultimate Female Fertility Blood Test?

• To detect any issues that may be preventing conception.
• To check your fertility health if you have a family history of difficult conceptions.
• To track and monitor your vital fertility biomarkers over time.

SYMPTOMS AND TAGS

Fertility problems and Women

IS THE MENOPAUSE BLOOD TEST RIGHT FOR ME?
Menopause is a significant stage in every woman’s life, and we’re here to support you with clear biochemistry insights into what’s happening in your body. This test can also help rule out “false positives,” such as thyroid issues, which may cause similar symptoms.

Your results, combined with a broader view of your symptoms, can help identify the various stages of menopause and guide you toward the right next steps.

Why Have the Menopause Blood Test?

• To determine if you are approaching menopause.
• To help explain the symptoms you are experiencing.
• To rule out other potential causes of symptoms, such as thyroid conditions.

1. Fill out the contact form on the main page
2. Choose your preferred panel
3. Select between a Home Kit (via post), a Clinic Appointment, or VIP service
4. Make the payment online.
5. We'll contact you to arrange a clinic appointment or a VIP service and email you with your home kit delivery details.

Not sure which panel or test is right for you? Reach out to one of our Registered Nutritionists  

COLLECTION OPTIONS

1. VIP: Home/Office/Hotel visit by our phlebotomist – Available in London UK only (1-3 days)
2. Clinic visit (24+ UK locations, 1-3 days)
3. At-home kit (3-6 days)

VIP Phlebotomist Visit (London Only):

Perfect for busy individuals or corporate teams.

• Available across London.
• Once payment is received, our team will contact you to arrange your appointment — usually the same day if booked before 10 am, or the next day if later.
• Additional patients beyond 10 are charged £25 each, invoiced after the visit.
• Please select the total number of blood tests at checkout so our phlebotomist can bring the right equipment.
• Your blood will be collected by a trained phlebotomist and delivered directly to our lab for fast, accurate results.

In-Clinic Appointment:

Quick, professional, and convenient.

• Same or next working day appointment.
• We’ll contact you within 60 minutes of booking to arrange your visit.
• Your blood will be collected by a trained phlebotomist and sent directly to our lab for fast, accurate results.
• Choose your nearest clinic and skip the wait. (Check Locations)

Home Kit:

Test from the comfort of your home — anywhere in mainland UK.

• Everything you need to collect your sample in about 15 minutes.
• Return it to our lab via Prepaid Royal Mail  Tracked 24.
• Free replacement kit if anything goes wrong or more blood is needed — so you can order with confidence.

You should take this test after any symptoms of a short-term illness have settled.

Clinic appointment - how to prepare for the Menopause Blood Test

If you are coming into one of our clinics for the test, this is what you need to do before you arrive:

• Read the instructions in the SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS section
• Drink plenty of water about an hour before the appointment.
• Avoid coffee/tea/energy drinks. Water is good!
• That’s it! We’ll do the rest.

Home test kit - how it works with the Menopause Blood Test

Our blood test kits are simple and convenient.

The most important step in doing a blood test at home is to read the instructions very carefully. The process is very simple, but there are a few pitfalls you need to be aware of - you will save yourself a lot of time if you do it right the first time around!

• Full printed instructions will arrive with your kit - please read them carefully.
• Drink plenty before taking the sample and warm your hands up in the sink with warm water for a few minutes. This will make your blood flow much better.
• Fill the tubes to the top line. We don’t need much blood; filling tubes to the top line is about 15 drops of blood.
• Post the samples on the same day you take them, before midday, Monday to Thursday. If you post it any other time it might get to us late or be stuck at a sorting office over the weekend. You will then have to do it again.
• Package the sample in the same box the kit came in. Otherwise, Royal Mail or DPD will reject it. The sample tubes go into a pouch, then into a cardboard box, and then into a return envelope. All of this is provided in the kit: please use it.

We look forward to receiving your sample in our lab!

HORMONES

• Follicle Stimulating Hormone
• Luteinizing Hormone
• Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
• Oestradiol/Estrogen/E2
• Free T4

We always encourage you to visit one of our Clinique for any of our blood tests.

HOME KIT VIA ROYAL MAIL TRACKED 24

This service costs additional £19.00 and includes:

Available everywhere in mainland UK.

Includes everything you need to take a safe and suitable blood sample in about 15 minutes.

Post the sample back to our laboratory via Royal Mail Tracked 24.

CLINIC APPOINTMENT - SAME OR NEXT WORKING DAY

This service costs additional £38.00 and includes:

• No waiting. We will call you within 2 hours to book your appointment for the same day when purchased before 10am or following day if later than 10am.
• Quick blood collection from your vein, by our professional phlebotomist.
• Blood transported directly to our laboratory - for quick and accurate results.

No home kit exclusion for this panel. We always recommend an in Clinique appointment when the time permits.

We are extremely fast, with some results available within hours and others within a working day or less, from the time your sample is in our lab. However, this is not a guarantee and should not be taken as such. This is .

THIS IS NOT A GUARANTEED TURNAROUND TIME.

We are extremely proud of our very short turnaround times and very efficient laboratory processes; you will receive your results as soon as they are available and have completed clinical validation.

Whilst we accommodate the shortest time scales, with some results available within hours, for some tests the turnaround time is 1-3 working days.

DR. ADAM STATEN - GP VIEW AND RED FLAG SYMPTOMS

Menopausal symptoms can vary widely, with some women experiencing classic signs like hot flashes and mood swings, while others may have subtler or atypical symptoms. This diversity in experiences can often make it difficult to identify menopause based solely on symptoms.

This is where blood tests become invaluable. By measuring specific hormone levels, these tests provide a more concrete basis for assessing menopausal status, complementing the subjective understanding of symptoms. They are particularly helpful for those with less typical signs of menopause, enabling a more accurate and complete evaluation of this significant life transition.

Red flag symptoms for the Menopause Blood Test

Even if your blood tests are normal, you should see a doctor if you have any of the symptoms below because they may be a sign of serious underlying illness. 

• Unexplained weight loss
• Drenching sweats during the night
• Persistent fevers
• Progressively severe symptoms of any kind

Are hormonal markers 100% reliable in diagnosing menopause?

Hormone levels, particularly oestrogen and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), play a central role in diagnosing menopause. However, these levels can fluctuate daily and may not provide a consistent diagnostic marker.

What is perimenopause?

The transition to menopause, known as perimenopause, can last for several years before a woman reaches menopause.

During this time, hormone levels can fluctuate, leading to irregular menstrual cycles and symptoms that can mimic those of menopause. It can be challenging to distinguish between perimenopause and other gynaecological conditions.

Is menopause unavoidable?

Menopause is a natural part of the ageing process, and the timing of menopause can vary significantly from one woman to another.

It is a natural and complex process and having blood tests to back up any clinical diagnosis and to educate you with an explanation of the symptoms is essential.

Can I see a GP to discuss my Results?

Yes, usually the same or next day.

Our fantastic partner clinical team of consultants and GPs. Once you have your results, you can book an online video consultation to discuss your results.

Our clinical team consists of practicing NHS and private GPs, who work closely with our laboratory and can tell you what your blood test results mean for you. Having an integrated laboratory and GP services makes your health journey seamless and extremely efficient.

This service is not included in the price of the test, it is charged separately, should you wish to book it.

Will I have a general explanation of my results?

Yes, our doctors put a huge amount of effort into your online Health Dashboard, which will have explanations of what each biomarker is, the normal reference ranges and what it means if you are outside of them.

QUICK AND ACCURATE RESULTS DIRECT FROM THE LABORATORY.

We partner with regulated laboratories and accredited clinics that manufacture their own approved home sample collection kits. Your results are looked after by our fantastic clinical governance team and a super-talented biomedical science team.

When you book your test with us - you book directly with the lab. This means accuracy and responsible duty of care, direct access to the provider and extremely fast turnaround times.