In Clinic Health Tests

Menopause
£149

The body experiences a lot of changes during menopause, our menopause test can help by providing you with information on your hormone levels and other health areas that can be affected by menopause.

  • Optional health and well-being discussion at an additional charge

  • Optional GP consultation available at an additional charge

  • Results within 2-5 days

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What we Test

  • Oestradiol

  • Follicle Stimulating Hormone

  • Luteinising Hormone

  • Progesterone

  • Prolactin

  • Testosterone

  • Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG)

  • Free Androgen Index

  • Haemoglobin

  • Haematocrit

  • Mean Cell Haemoglobin (MCH)

  • Mean Cell Haemoglobin Concentration (MCHC)

  • Red Blood Cell Mean Cell Volume (MCV)

  • Red Blood Cell Count

  • Basophil Count

  • Eosinophil Count

  • Lymphocyte Count

  • Monocyte Count

  • Neutrophil Count

  • White Blood Cell Count

  • Platelet Count

  • Total Cholesterol

  • LDL Cholesterol

  • HDL Cholesterol

  • Total Cholesterol / HDL Cholesterol Ratio

  • Triglycerides

  • Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT)

  • Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP)

  • Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST)

  • Gamma-Glutamyltransferase (GGT)

  • Total Bilirubin

  • Albumin

  • Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP)

  • Calcium (adjusted)

  • Phosphate

  • Creatinine

  • Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR)

  • Cystatin C

  • Calcium (adjusted)

  • Chloride

  • Magnesium

  • Phosphate

  • Potassium

  • Sodium

  • Urea

  • Glucose

  • HbA1c

  • Iron

  • Ferritin

  • Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC)

  • Transferrin

  • Transferrin Saturation

  • Folic Acid

  • Vitamin B12

  • Vitamin D

Why Get Tested

Menopause is a natural phase in life caused by a decrease in ovarian function that comes with age. As the body produces less oestrogen, the risk of conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and osteoporosis may increase. Lower oestrogen levels also lead to higher levels of FSH which helps regulate the menstrual cycle. High FSH levels combined with no periods for a year, or more is a typical sign of menopause.
Menopause symptoms are often linked to changing hormone levels; however, other health conditions can have very similar symptoms. Our Menopause Test not only assesses hormone levels but also includes tests for key health areas impacted by menopause including cardiovascular, bone, thyroid, and nutritional health empowering women to manage their health proactively during this significant life stage.
The menopause blood test is designed to provide a more complete picture of your health during menopause, but if you have specific concerns, such as menopause symptoms or questions about what stage of menopause you are in, it’s a good idea to discuss them with a doctor.

And our support doesn’t end there — we recommend a follow-up testing at 6 months, we’ll help you track your progress and uncover new opportunities for further improvement.

Special Instructions

It is important to note that the contraceptive pill may affect your results. If you stop taking the pill, we suggest waiting until your periods have resumed their normal cycle before taking this test. Make sure that you take an alternative form of contraception if you are not planning to become pregnant.
This test should be taken two to five days after the start of your period, ideally on day three. If you want a general check or are post-menopausal it can be taken on any day.

What to do After your Results

Want to discuss your blood test results with a doctor? Visit our Next Steps page to get expert guidance tailored to your health needs. Book a remote or in-clinic consultation, and explore personalized treatment options designed just for you.

An appointment will last 15 minutes.
Do not hesitate to ask our staff questions on the day of the appointment and they will be happy to assist you.

In each of our screening appointments, body measurements will be taken, a blood draw will be conducted and you will be asked to provide a urine sample. You will also be asked to remove your shoes as part of the appointment as part of the body composition assessment.

Please do not consume food or drink for 8 hours prior to the appointment. This excludes water, please stay well hydrated. Please do not chew gum. Non fasting can impact the following; heart health, cardiovascular risk score, diabetes health, iron status or testosterone levels (males).

Do not smoke for a minimum of 30 minutes before your appointment.

Please avoid strenuous exercise for 48 hours before your appointment.

Information will be sent to all clients once bookings are made to provide guidance with a personal medical and lifestyle questionnaire provided for our clients to complete.

Your samples will be sent for analysis and within 3-5 business days you will receive notification to access your results through the Randox Health portal (full details are provided on email), as well as an option to purchase a physical copy of your health report from Randox Health. Our personal co-ordinators will then be in touch to arrange a consultation call with one of our scientific advisors.

Yes, we will be in touch to see if you would like to repeat testing. If you wish, please visit our contact us section within cara-marie.co.uk

FSH stimulates the production of oestradiol and promotes the development of ovarian follicles. FSH levels peak just before ovulation, with levels lower during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle to prevent the development of new follicles. Due to the fluctuation of FSH levels during the menstrual cycle, its is recommend levels are measured within the first 4 days of the cycle. A common reason for increased levels of FSH is the menopause.

LH plays an important role in reproductive health. LH levels peak in the middle of the menstrual cycle triggering ovulation. Measurement alongside other hormones at the beginning of the cycle can help to identify a hormone imbalance that could be affecting ovulation.

Oestradiol is the main form of oestrogen in the body. Oestradiol is essential for ovulation, conception and pregnancy, measuring your oestradiol levels can provide insight into ovarian function. Levels decrease significantly during menopause. If levels are too high it could indicate PCOS or endometriosis. Oestradiol can also protect against bone loss and aid in regulating cholesterol levels.

Progesterone plays an important role in preparing your body for pregnancy after ovulation. Levels increase when you ovulate, measuring your progesterone levels at a particular time in your cycle can therefore indicate if you have ovulated and releasing healthy eggs.

Prolactin plays a role in the menstrual cycle and also stimulates milk production during breastfeeding. Too much prolactin can impact the production of other hormones including FSH and LH and as such is important for reproductive health

Measuring your testosterone levels may help to determine the cause of symptoms such as oily skin, excess body hair and irregular periods. High levels are associated with conditions like PCOS.

SHBG helps to regulate testosterone and oestrogen levels.

Measurement of free androgen index is recommended for suspected hyperandrogenism in females.

HRT or hormonal contraception, may affect your hormone test results. HRT can affect many results and many body systems. Results should be reviewed by a doctor.

Recommended to fast. Please do not consume food or drink for 8 hours prior to the appointment. Non fasting can impact the following; heart health, cardiovascular risk score, diabetes health, or iron status.