Fertility Hormones Profile
Description
What Can You Expect from the Fertility Hormones Profile?
When you opt for this convenient home test, it provides a thorough assessment of the levels of essential hormones associated with fertility, menopause, period irregularities, and other hormone-related concerns. By measuring these hormone levels, the test can detect imbalances or deficiencies that may play a significant role in a wide range of symptoms and conditions you might be experiencing. Moreover, identifying these imbalances can provide valuable insights into potential factors that could impact your fertility.
Conditions Identified by the Test
The Fertility Hormones Profile evaluates the status of four essential biomarkers:
Hormones
The human body relies on a multitude of hormones to support various bodily functions and processes, including growth, metabolism, appetite, and fertility. Hormone imbalances or deficiencies can manifest in diverse symptoms and contribute to various conditions. Therefore, understanding the status of these hormones is crucial for a comprehensive evaluation.
- Oestradiol
Oestradiol, a form of estrogen, is the primary female hormone produced by non-pregnant women. This hormone plays a pivotal role in the development of female physical features and reproductive functions. Oestradiol tests are specifically designed to assess ovarian functions, making them highly useful in evaluating fertility-related concerns. Furthermore, they can aid in diagnosing the underlying causes of precocious or delayed puberty in girls. Additionally, oestradiol tests are employed to monitor hormone replacement therapy in women during the peri-menopausal and menopausal stages.
- Follicular Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
FSH is a reproductive hormone produced by the pituitary gland in the brain. Its primary function is to stimulate the growth and development of unfertilized eggs during the menstrual cycle in women. Furthermore, FSH initiates the production of crucial sex hormones like oestradiol and progesterone. In men, FSH plays a significant role in the stimulation of sperm production. To assess fertility issues and pituitary gland disorders, FSH levels are often tested alongside other sex hormones such as LH, testosterone, oestradiol, and progesterone in both men and women.
- Luteinizing Hormone (LH)
LH is another reproductive hormone produced by the pituitary gland in the brain. In females, LH plays a crucial role in regulating the menstrual cycle and ovulation by stimulating the ovaries to produce other reproductive hormones. In males, LH acts as a stimulator and controller of testosterone production. The LH test is particularly valuable in determining any potential reproductive problems that may be affecting your health and fertility.
- Prolactin
Prolactin is a hormone secreted by the pituitary glands in the brain. Its primary responsibility lies in promoting lactation (breast milk production) in women during pregnancy and postpartum. However, abnormal levels of prolactin can have implications beyond lactation. A prolactin test is employed to diagnose infertility in both men and women, as well as to identify menstrual problems and erectile dysfunction.
By gaining a comprehensive understanding of the status of these hormones, the Fertility Hormones Profile offers valuable insights into your reproductive health and helps to uncover any underlying issues that may be affecting your fertility, menstrual cycle, or overall hormonal well-being.
