Measure progesterone at home and receive a quantitative laboratory result digitally. Progesterone levels fluctuate significantly during the menstrual cycle and are used, among other things, to assess ovulation and the luteal phase.
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?
Progesterone
Progesterone is primarily produced by the corpus luteum after ovulation. Levels are normally low during the follicular phase and rise during the luteal phase if ovulation has occurred.
Issues and situations where the test may be relevant
Measuring progesterone levels can be relevant for fertility monitoring, questions regarding ovulation, or when you want to track hormonal changes in relation to your menstrual cycle.
The following symptoms may occur with hormonal imbalances but are non-specific and can have many other causes:
- irregular menstruation
- difficulty conceiving
- changes in bleeding patterns
- cycle-related issues
A single laboratory value cannot explain symptoms or establish a diagnosis on its own.
Who is this test for?
- For those who want to track progesterone levels in relation to the menstrual cycle.
- For those undergoing fertility-related monitoring.
- For those who want to compare levels over time.
- For those who want to take the test at home.
How the at-home lab test works
- Order the test. You receive a sample collection kit, instructions, and return materials.
- Prepare for sample collection. Read the instructions and warm your hands to improve blood flow.
- Collect 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.
- See the result. The lab result is displayed digitally in your personal health portal.
Before sample collection
If you have a menstrual cycle, it is recommended to collect the sample during the luteal phase, around cycle days 19–22. Since cycle length and ovulation vary, the optimal day for testing may differ from person to person. Follow the instructions included 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
- Collection site: at home
- Result: digital lab 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 the applicable reference ranges. Hormone levels can be influenced by factors such as the 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?
Estrogen and Progesterone Lab Test measures estradiol and progesterone together.
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 if you experience clear or persistent symptoms, abnormal results, or have concerns.
Frequently asked questions about progesterone
What is progesterone?
Progesterone is a sex hormone that rises after ovulation and plays a central role in the menstrual cycle.
When should progesterone be tested?
For the menstrual cycle, product documentation recommends sampling during the luteal phase, around days 19–22.
Can progesterone indicate whether ovulation has occurred?
A correctly timed measurement can provide information, but it needs to be evaluated in conjunction with cycle length and other data.
Does progesterone vary throughout the day and the menstrual cycle?
Levels vary significantly, particularly between the different phases of the menstrual cycle.
Can a single value establish a diagnosis?
No. The result needs to be interpreted within its hormonal and medical context.
What is analysed
- Progesterone
