FSH (Menopause) Lab Test – At-Home Sampling
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Test at a glance
Collect your sample at home and send it to the laboratory for analysis.
- Test type
- Lab tests at home
- Sample
- Capillary blood sample
- Results within
- Approx. 4 days from sample collection
- Reliability
- Laboratory analysis
- Results
- Digital report with explanations
- Analysed by an accredited laboratory (ISO 15189)
- A kit with everything you need is sent to your home
How it works
Measure follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) via at-home testing. FSH plays a central role in regulating ovarian function and is used, among other things, to assess the menstrual cycle, fertility, and changes related to menopause.
The test at a glance
- Sample collection entirely at home
- Liquid capillary blood from the fingertip
- Quantitative laboratory result
- Medical laboratory accredited according to ISO 15189
- Quality assurance according to Rili-BÄK
- Digital result in your personal health portal
What does the test measure?
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
FSH is produced in the pituitary gland and stimulates follicle development in the ovaries. Levels vary throughout the menstrual cycle and often change as ovarian function declines leading up to and following menopause.
Issues and situations where the test may be relevant
An FSH measurement may be relevant in cases of irregular or absent menstruation, fertility concerns, or symptoms consistent with menopause.
The following symptoms may occur with hormonal imbalances but are non-specific and can have many other causes:
- irregular or absent menstruation
- hot flashes and sweating
- sleep problems
- mood changes
- vaginal dryness
A single laboratory value cannot explain symptoms or establish a diagnosis on its own.
Who is this test for?
- For those who want to check FSH levels in relation to the menstrual cycle or menopause.
- For those who want to monitor a previous hormone level.
- For those who want to supplement a fertility assessment.
- For those who want to take the test at home.
How the at-home lab test works
- Order the test. You receive a sampling kit, instructions, and return materials.
- Prepare for sampling. Read the instructions and warm your hands to facilitate blood flow.
- Take the sample. Prick your fingertip and collect liquid capillary blood in the provided sample tube.
- Send the sample. Label, seal, and pack the sample according to the instructions.
- Laboratory analysis. The sample is analyzed using a quality-assured laboratory method.
- View the result. The laboratory result is displayed digitally in your personal health portal.
Before sample collection
If you have a menstrual cycle, sample collection is recommended around cycle days 3–5. Always follow the instructions in the sample collection kit.
Laboratory and quality
The sample is analyzed at a medical laboratory accredited according to ISO 15189. The laboratory's quality assurance also complies with Rili-BÄK, the German medical association's guideline for quality assurance in laboratory medical testing.
- Sample material: liquid capillary blood
- Sample collection location: at home
- Result: digital laboratory report
- Turnaround time: transport time and the scope of the analysis affect the total time
Results and reference values
The result is displayed using the laboratory's units and current reference ranges. Hormone levels can be influenced by factors such as time of day, age, sex, menstrual cycle, medications, and individual circumstances. Always rely on the information provided in your specific test result.
Do you want a broader hormone profile?
Fertility Complete Lab Test measures FSH along with several other fertility-related hormones.
Important information about the result
The test provides information about the analyzed marker but does not provide a diagnosis and does not replace medical assessment or treatment. Contact a healthcare professional in the event of clear or persistent symptoms, abnormal results, or concerns.
Frequently asked questions about FSH
What is FSH?
FSH is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that regulates aspects of ovarian and testicular function.
Can FSH indicate whether I am in menopause?
FSH can provide information, but a single value does not confirm menopause on its own or explain all symptoms.
On which day of the cycle should the sample be taken?
For those with a menstrual cycle, the product documentation recommends sampling around day 3–5.
Does FSH vary during the cycle?
Yes, FSH levels vary during the menstrual cycle, and the timing is important for interpreting the results.
How do I get the result?
The result is displayed digitally, including the unit of measurement and the laboratory's current reference range.
What is analysed
- FSH
Frequently asked questions
What does the FSH (menopause) test measure?
The test measures FSH.
How is the sample taken?
You prick your finger and collect a capillary blood sample in the sample tube provided. Follow the sampling instructions carefully.
Do I need to prepare?
- If you have a menstrual cycle, taking the sample around day 3–5 is recommended.
Always follow the instructions that come with the sampling kit.
How is the sample sent?
Label and pack the sample, then send it to the laboratory as instructed.
When and how will I get my results?
When the laboratory analysis is complete, you receive your results digitally. Transport time and the scope of the analysis affect the total turnaround time.
Can the test provide a diagnosis?
No. The test provides laboratory values that need to be assessed together with symptoms, medical history and other circumstances.
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