Female Hormone Test in Preston: Fast Track Results & GP Guidance
A female hormone test can help identify the cause of your late periods, acne, hot flushes, or perimenopause symptoms.
At My Private Clinic, you receive a GP-guided test to check hormones that support your menstrual cycle, fertility, and menopause.
See a GP for hormone testing for women the same day & without a referral.
Women's Hormone Review, with results in 2-5 working days.
- FSH, LH and oestradiol
- Progesterone, prolactin and testosterone
- Free follow-up to explain your results
Reviewed by Dr Faizal Secretary, MRCGP · GMC 7606534
Female Hormone Test: GP-Led Check & Next Steps
A female hormone test is a blood test that measures hormones that control your period cycle, fertility, and menopause. This test includes hormones like FSH, LH, oestrogen, progesterone, and female testosterone.
Your hormone levels change throughout the month. A 2021 study followed women through the perimenopause for a year, and results showed that oestrogen and progesterone levels varied in different ways for each woman.1
If you are experiencing irregular periods, PCOS symptoms, perimenopause, or are considering bioidentical HRT, you can consult Dr Faizal for a female hormone blood test.
Dr Faizal leads the test at the clinic and explains the results and next steps himself. Results take 2-5 working days, and you will have a free follow-up consultation to understand them.
Note: If you are above 45 years of age, you may not need a hormone test. As per NICE guidance, you may receive a diagnosis after a symptom check. Dr Faizal will decide if the test is right for you.
Reviewed by: Dr Faizal Secretary, MRCGP · GMC 7606534 · CQC Registered · Last Updated: October 2026
Hormone Blood Test for Women at a Glance
Administered By
Dr Faizal (GMC-registered GP)
Hormones Tested
FSH, LH, oestradiol, progesterone, prolactin, & testosterone
Sample
Sample drawn from your arm
Best Day To Test
Day 2 to 5 of your cycle (7 days before your period for progesterone level check)
Female Hormone Test Cost
£149
Results Turnaround Time
2-5 working days. Will be explained by the GP.
What Tests Are Done for Female Hormones?
To check female hormones, a complete female hormone blood test panel is done. It measures FSH, LH, oestrogen, progesterone, prolactin, and female testosterone.
FSH Blood Test (Follicle Stimulating Hormone)
It measures levels of FSH, a hormone that helps grow eggs in your ovaries & oestrogen production. Its levels affect fertility, menopause & sexual development.2
LH (Luteinising Hormone)
LH regulates the length of your period cycle. LH levels rise in the middle of your cycle, letting the ovaries release eggs. Problems with its levels can cause problems in getting pregnant.3
Oestrogen Test (Oestradiol)
An oestrogen test checks oestradiol, which is the strong oestrogen in the female body. It supports skin, heart, brain, bones & vaginal health. Its levels in perimenopause vary for each woman.1,4
Progesterone
The progesterone hormone supports pregnancy by getting the lining of the womb ready. Its level shows whether you released an egg that month.
Female Testosterone Test
Women have a small amount of testosterone hormone. It regulates mood, energy & sex drive. Increased levels may point towards PCOS.5
Prolactin
Your brain releases prolactin & helps in milk production. Its levels are naturally high during pregnancy & while breastfeeding.
Blood Tests for Female Hormone: Options at My Private Clinic
According to your symptoms, Dr Faizal will help you pick the right option.
Complete Female Hormone Profile
A full female hormone test checks FSH, LH, oestradiol, progesterone, prolactin, female testosterone & SHBG. It is an ideal option to start with.
Perimenopause & Menopause Hormone Test
It checks FSH & oestradiol and sometimes includes a thyroid test as well. This option is suitable if you are going through missed periods or perimenopause symptoms such as hot flushes and vaginal dryness.
PCOS & Irregular Periods Test
This option measures female testosterone, SHBG, LH, FSH, and prolactin levels. It is ideal for ruling out symptoms such as irregular periods, extra facial hair, and acne.
Fertility Hormone Test
Check FSH, LH, and oestradiol in the early days of your cycle. Progesterone is checked later to confirm if an egg is released.
Female Hormone Test Cost
The female hormone profile cost is £149 at My Private Clinic.
For separate menopause hormone tests, fertility hormone tests & PCOS or irregular periods tests, you can enquire upon consultation.
Please check our private GP cost Preston for more.
Book a GP-Led Private Hormone Testing for Women Near You
Consult Dr Faizal today for a private female hormone test in Preston. You can give the sample the same day & receive your results within 2-5 working days, as explained by the GP.
Get advice on next steps & appropriate treatment.
Female Hormone Blood Test Results Explained
A hormone test for females shows a number for each hormone, & there is the normal range mentioned next to it. The following table shows ranges from York and Scarborough Lab and the Gloucestershire NHS Lab.
| Female Hormone | Normal Range | High Levels | Low Levels |
|---|---|---|---|
| FSH | Start of cycle: 3.5-12.5 IU/L Menopause: Over 25 IU/L | If under 40, it points towards early menopause. After 40, perimenopause or menopause.2,6 | Lesser production due to stress, heavy exercise, or not eating enough. |
| LH | Start of cycle: 2.4-12.6 IU/L On egg release: 14.0-95.6 IU/L | If high in comparison to FSH, it can be due to PCOS. High after menopause is normal. | Low signals from the brain or an egg may not be released.3 |
| Oestradiol | Start of cycle: 45-854 pmol/L | Normal before the release of the egg. Pregnancy & HRT can cause high levels.4 | Early menopause, perimenopause, & menopause. It can cause vaginal dryness & hot flushes.4 |
| Progesterone | Peak, second half of cycle: 5.8 to 75.9 nmol/L | Eggs released or pregnancy.7 | Tested on the wrong day, or an egg may not be released that month.7 |
| Female Testosterone | Age 20 to 49: up to 1.67 nmol/L | Along with acne, extra hair growth, or irregular periods, it might be linked to PCOS.5 | Usually not a cause for worry. Levels drop slowly with age. |
| Prolactin | 102-496 IU/L | Medications, a lump in the pituitary gland, or an underactive thyroid.8 | Rarely an issue. |
One result alone is not enough to understand the whole story. According to your cycle, hormones keep changing. Dr Faizal will check your results in relation to your symptoms & cycle.
Your GP for a Private Female Blood Test in Preston
Dr Faizal Secretary
BSc (Hons) · MBChB · MRCGP · GMC 7606534
Dr Faizal Secretary is a GMC-registered GP based in Fulwood, Preston. He trained in the UK, holds a medical degree from the University of Manchester, and has a BSc with Distinction from Imperial College London. He is a member of the Royal College of General Practitioners and has experience across both NHS and private general practice.
Dr Faizal will lead your female blood profile, relate the results to your symptoms, and then explain the results and the right next steps himself.
- CQC Registered
- GMC Verified
- Seeing patients in Preston since 2017
Your Female Blood Profile Journey
- 1
See Dr Faizal
Book an appointment without a referral, and see Dr Faizal in a same-day GP appointment. He will ask about your symptoms, cycle and medicines. Then he picks the right hormone test for you.
- 2
Blood Sample & Lab Work
The GP himself will take a small amount of blood from your arm. It only takes a few minutes, and the sample is sent to an accredited UK laboratory.
- 3
Results & Next Steps
Dr Faizal goes through your results with you, in person or by online GP video call. If you need care, he makes a plan with you. This may be HRT, PCOS care, more tests or a specialist referral.
Dr Faizal also offers a detailed women's health screening to understand if your hormonal imbalance is linked to underlying conditions.
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Who should have a hormone test for women?
You should have a female hormone test if your periods are irregular, heavy, or stopped; you are having trouble getting pregnant, or you are experiencing symptoms like low mood, always tired, hot flushes, dry vagina, acne, hair loss, or unexplained weight gain.
How can I check my female hormone levels?
You can book a female hormone blood test at My Private Clinic. Dr Faizal will ask about your symptoms and then suggest what test is right for you.
Can I ask my GP for a hormone test?
Yes, you can ask your private GP or an NHS GP for a hormone test if you are going through irregular or stopped periods, difficulty in getting pregnant, or perimenopause symptoms.
Female hormone test NHS vs private, which one is right for you?
You can have a private hormone test instead of a female hormone test NHS if you want to avoid the wait, receive the results as soon as possible and need a thorough consultation with a GP related to your symptoms.
Can you test for perimenopause?
Yes, but it is not always done. Perimenopause is the time before your periods stop completely. During this phase, hormonal levels fluctuate a lot.
What is follicle stimulating hormone in blood tests?
A follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) is a substance produced by your brain, which is essential for your ovaries to function and grow the eggs.
Do you need to fast for female hormone blood test?
No, you do not need to fast before a female hormone profile.
Is a female hormone test kit as good as a clinic test?
Home kits can help, but a blood sample from your arm is usually more reliable. With a clinic test, a GP also explains your results and plans next steps.
When is the best day to get a female hormone test?
The best day for the female hormone test depends on what marker is under evaluation. Keeping day 1 as the first day of your period, here is when to have these tests:
- FSH, LH, & Oestradiol: day 2 to 5 of your cycle
- Progesterone: 7 days before your next period
- Female Testosterone, SHBG, & Prolactin: Any day, but in the morning.
References
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- Orlowski M, Sarao MS. Physiology, Follicle Stimulating Hormone. In: StatPearls. StatPearls Publishing; 2023. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK535442/
- Nedresky D, Singh G. Physiology, Luteinizing Hormone. In: StatPearls. StatPearls Publishing; 2022. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK539692/
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- Teede HJ, Tay CT, Laven J, et al. Recommendations from the 2023 International Evidence-based Guideline for the Assessment and Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. Hum Reprod. 2023;38(9):1655-1679. doi:10.1093/humrep/dead156 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37580037/
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