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Perimenopause and Menopause Blood Test

Looking to understand how the menopause may be affecting your health? Take our Perimenopause and Menopause Test to find out.

Our Perimenopause and Menopause Test is quick and easy. Just take your finger prick blood sample with our at home kit and use the pre-paid envelope to return your sample to our accredited lab.

Comes with our

  • Results and doctor's report in 2 days or less
  • Free, next-working day delivery
  • Comprehensive doctor's report

£115.00

Personalise your Perimenopause and Menopause Blood Test

You can choose how you'd like to collect your blood sample. You may also want to add to your test panel depending on your age, sex and any symptoms. You'll save money compared to buying the tests separately.

Choose how to collect your blood sample

Finger-prick blood collection

Free

Use our simple kit to collect a blood sample from your finger at home.

Visit a clinic to have your blood taken

£35.00

Book a venous draw at home or work with a nurse. You'll receive an email to book your appointment after you've placed your order. Over 18s only.

£70.00

Arrange your own venous blood draw

Free
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Dr Claire Merrifield

Dr Claire Merrifield

GP, PhD and our Medical Director

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What you need to know about our Perimenopause and Menopause Blood Test

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Dr Claire Merrifield

Dr Claire Merrifield

GP, PhD and our Medical Director

The menopause brings with it hormonal changes that can affect your health in many ways. A lower level of oestrogen increases your risk of:

  • Heart disease
  • Diabetes
  • Osteoporosis (weak bones)

Our Perimenopause and Menopause Blood Test looks at blood markers related to these conditions, giving you insight into your personal risk profile and what you can do to optimise your health.

What are the menopause symptoms?

Perimenopause symptoms and menopause symptoms are very similar, although everyone’s experience of perimenopause and menopause are different.

Here are some of the common perimenopause & menopause symptoms:

  • irregular periods
  • hot flushes
  • reduced sex drive
  • vaginal dryness
  • difficulty sleeping
  • muscles and joint aches and pains
  • difficulty concentrating ('brain fog')
  • low mood

What's the difference between the perimenopause and menopause?

Perimenopause describes the transition phase that women go through before reaching the menopause. The perimenopause often starts months or years before periods actually stop. The menopause itself is a specific point in time, usually defined as one year after your last period.

During the perimenopause, you may still have periods, though they're often irregular, and you can also still get pregnant. After the menopause, your periods will stop and you can no longer get pregnant without the assistance of IVF.

What's tested in your Perimenopause and Menopause Blood Test?

  • Thyroid health

    Thyroid problems are more common in women and become commoner as you get older so it's important to check your thyroid function as you approach the perimenopause and menopause. Thyroid health also influences your risk of heart disease and osteoporosis.

    WHAT'S MEASURED?

  • Vitamin D

    Bone density decreases after the menopause which can lead osteoporosis. Vitamin D is essential for bone health and ensuring your levels are optimum can lower your risk of osteoporosis.

  • Sugar-handling

    After the menopause, your body can't handle sugar as well as it used to which increases your risk of diabetes. HbA1c is a measure of your blood sugar control over the last 3 months.

    WHAT'S MEASURED?

  • Cholesterol profile

    Cholesterol levels tend to go up in the perimenopause and menopause and they're the biggest driver of heart disease. Ensuring your cholesterol levels are optimal is key to minimise your cardiovascular risk.

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