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Individual Hormone Tests

Individual hormone tests are important for diagnosing health conditions and assessing how your body is responding to treatments. This provides valuable insights for your doctor’s decision-making process. Our Clinic offers individual hormone testing services to help identify imbalances.

Hormonal fluctuations can lead to various health and psychological issues. To address this, we offer a wide array of hormone tests that can assist your doctor in making an accurate diagnosis, as well as offer peace of mind for certain symptoms.

We also focus on giving quick and precise results, along with referrals to endocrinology experts or consultations with our skilled GPs.

Here are some of the individual hormone tests we provide:

  • AMH (anti-mullerian hormone): AMH helps regulate levels of follicles in the ovaries and is a reliable indicator of menopause.
  • FSH (follicle stimulating hormone): FSH promotes the growth of ovarian follicles and sperm production.
  • LH (luteinizing hormone): LH prompts ovulation and release of testosterone.
  • Oestradiol/oestrogen: This hormone regulates female reproductive hormone levels.
  • Progesterone: Progesterone prepares the uterine lining for egg implantation and supports breast development for milk production.
  • Testosterone: Controls male reproductive hormone levels.
  • SHBG (sex hormone binding globulin): SHBG plays a role in the transport of sex hormones all over the body.
  • DHEA sulfate: This hormone contributes to the production of sex hormones.
  • Prolactin: Prolactin triggers milk production in the breasts.

What Does a Hormone Test Detect?

Hormone tests are used to identify imbalances in your hormone levels that may lead to various symptoms. Based on the hormone affected, symptoms can involve:

  • Sudden weight gain
  • Memory issues
  • Hair loss
  • Fatigue and sleep problems
  • Depression, nervousness, and mood swings
  • Hot flashes/night sweats
  • Reduced sex drive
  • Infertility

In women, hormonal imbalances can also lead to vaginal dryness and premenstrual syndrome (PMS). If you notice these symptoms, talk to your doctor, who may recommend a blood test to determine the cause.

When to Get Tested

A hormone test is recommended if you experience symptoms linked to hormonal changes or need to monitor an existing health condition. This helps ensure your medication dosage is effective. Your doctor will guide you on the appropriate tests based on your symptoms or as part of routine health screening.

Hormone Imbalance Signs in Females

Women with a hormone imbalance may experience heavy or irregular periods, including missed periods, stopped periods, or frequent periods.

Additional symptoms include:

  • Hair changes such as air loss or hirsutism (excess facial or body hair).
  • Headaches
  • Night sweats
  • Pain during intercourse
  • Vaginal dryness or atrophy
  • Skin changes: Acne on the face, upper back, chest; skin tags; or darkened skin beneath the breasts, groin, or along neck creases.

Hormone Imbalance Signs in Males

Men may experience the following symptoms due to hormonal imbalances:

  • Hot flashes
  • Erectile dysfunction
  • Reduced hair growth on the face or body
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Breast-related issues, including tenderness or gynaecomastia (enlarged breast tissue)
  • Loss of muscle mass and decreased bone density (osteoporosis or brittle bones)

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Our Hormone Test Procedure

Before undergoing a hormone test, let your doctor know about any medications or supplements you are currently taking, including hormone therapy or birth control pills. This is because they can influence your test results.

The procedure involves inserting a hypodermic needle into the vein in the arm to draw a blood sample. The sample is taken and sent to our specialist laboratory for detailed examination. Blood tests can identify various hormones, such as:

  • Thyroid hormones: Control metabolism
  • Testosterone: Male sex hormone
  • Oestrogen: Female sex hormone
  • Cortisol: Produced in response to stress

In general, our hormone tests are essential for monitoring the treatment as well as the progress of existing medical conditions. Visit our Southkenmd.co.uk Clinic today to schedule your hormone test appointment.

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