PCOS Androgen Profile Lab Test – At-Home Sampling
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
Analyze six androgenic and related hormone markers using a liquid capillary blood sample taken at home. The profile is designed to provide laboratory values that may be relevant for a broader assessment of symptoms associated with PCOS.
The test at a glance
- Sample collection entirely at home
- Liquid capillary blood from the fingertip
- 6 analyzed or calculated hormone values
- Medical laboratory accredited according to ISO 15189
- Quality assurance according to Rili-BÄK
- Digital results in your personal health portal
What does the test measure?
Total testosterone
Total testosterone includes both bound and unbound testosterone in the blood and is influenced by factors such as circadian rhythm.
SHBG
SHBG is a transport protein that binds substances such as testosterone and estradiol, influencing the availability of these hormones.
Androstenedione
Androstenedione is a steroid hormone and a precursor to substances including testosterone and estrogens.
17-OH-progesterone
17-OH-progesterone is an intermediate in the production of cortisol and certain sex hormones.
DHEA-S
DHEA-S is produced primarily in the adrenal glands and serves as a precursor to certain sex hormones.
Prolactin
Prolactin is produced in the pituitary gland. Levels can be temporarily affected by stress, physical activity, and the sample collection process itself.
Conditions and situations where the test may be relevant
PCOS cannot be diagnosed with a single blood test. However, the profile can provide hormonal information that needs to be combined with symptoms, menstrual patterns, and, if necessary, a medical examination.
Hormonal changes can occur in conjunction with, among other things:
- irregular or absent menstruation
- increased hair growth
- acne
- difficulty conceiving
- scalp hair loss
The symptoms are non-specific and can have many other causes. The test does not provide a diagnosis.
Who is this test for?
- For those who wish to examine several androgen-related markers.
- For those experiencing symptoms associated with PCOS who want information to share with a healthcare provider.
- For those wishing to monitor a previous hormone profile.
How the at-home lab test works
- Order the test and receive the sampling kit at home.
- Read the instructions and prepare for sample collection.
- Prick your fingertip and collect liquid capillary blood in the test tube.
- Label the sample and send it to the laboratory using the provided return materials.
- The laboratory analyzes the specified markers.
- View your lab results digitally in the health portal.
Before sample collection
Take the sample in the morning, preferably between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Rest for 20–30 minutes before collecting the sample. If you have a menstrual cycle, sampling during the follicular phase is recommended.
Laboratory and quality
The sample is analyzed at a medical laboratory accredited according to ISO 15189. The laboratory's quality assurance follows Rili-BÄK guidelines for laboratory medical testing.
- Sample material: liquid capillary blood
- Sampling location: at home
- Results: quantitative laboratory values in a personal health portal
- Turnaround time: transport time and the scope of the analysis affect the total time
Results and reference values
You receive measured values and any calculated indices, along with the laboratory's units and current reference ranges. Hormone levels must be interpreted with regard to factors such as timing, age, sex, menstrual cycle, medications, and symptoms.
Compare with a related test
For a broader female hormone profile, see Hormone Test – Female.
Important information about the results
The results do not replace medical assessment, diagnosis, or treatment. Contact a healthcare provider in the event of clear or persistent symptoms, abnormal results, or concerns.
Frequently asked questions
Can I take the hormone test at home?
Yes. You collect a capillary blood sample from your fingertip and send it to the laboratory.
Why does the test include multiple hormones?
Hormones interact with one another. Multiple values can provide a broader basis for assessment than a single marker, but the results must still be interpreted in the proper context.
Can the menstrual cycle or the timing of the test affect the results?
Yes. Follow the product-specific instructions for sample collection and indicate the day of your cycle if requested.
Can medications affect hormone levels?
Yes. Never alter prescribed treatment without first consulting a healthcare professional.
Can the test provide a diagnosis?
No. It provides laboratory values that can serve as a basis for further assessment.
How do I receive the results?
The results are displayed digitally, including the laboratory's units of measurement and reference ranges.
What is analysed
Dairy and eggs
- Total testosterone
- Androstenedione
Hormones
- SHBG
- 17-OH-progesterone
- Prolactin
Other
- DHEA-S
Frequently asked questions
What does the PCOS test (androgen profile) measure?
The test measures total testosterone, SHBG, androstenedione, 17-OH-progesterone, DHEA-S and prolactin.
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?
- Take the sample in the morning, preferably between 07:00 and 10:00.
- Rest for 20–30 minutes before taking the sample.
- If you have a menstrual cycle, taking the sample in the follicular phase 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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