What is Women's Health
Many women lead busy lives with work and family obligations. Most women also don't take the time to focus on their health or self care and are preoccupied with the wellness of other in their lives.
Women also have unique health concerns such as menstrual cycles, pregnancy, menopause, and fertility issues. It is very important that Women schedule regular preventative care checkups and health screenings including blood tests. Also, seeing a gynecologist for maintaining sexual and reproductive health is important.
Often, women's hormone and reproductive health problems are detected in your regular wellness exam by a licensed physician or personal healthcare provider.
Health issues tend to come up every so often, but It's important that you see your doctor for any ongoing symptoms that concern you.
Some signs and symptoms you may find concerning are:
Blood tests are just one simple part of the diagnosing and investigating of health changes and conditions.
One of the most popular and best panels to start with and get a baseline on your hormonal status is Health Today’s Women’s Hormone Essential Panel . This panel includes the following tests:
| Tests | Tests Details |
|---|---|
| Cortisol (CORT) |
Cortisol, the main glucocorticoid (representing 75%-90% of the plasma corticoids) plays a central role in glucose metabolism and in the body's response to stress. |
| DHEA |
Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a hormone that your body naturally produces in the adrenal gland. DHEA helps produce other hormones, including testosterone and estrogen. |
| Estradiol (EEST) |
Measurement of serum estradiol is an integral part of the assessment of reproductive function in females, including assessment of infertility, oligo-amenorrhea, and menopausal status. |
| Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) |
in the evaluation of menstrual irregularities, Evaluating patients with suspected hypogonadism, Predicting ovulation, Evaluating infertility. The menstrual cycle is divided by a midcycle surge of both FSH and LH into a follicular phase and a luteal phase. |
| Insulin (INS) |
Insulin is necessary for normal reproduction and acts as a signal of metabolic health, with normal insulin signaling fertility and high insulin signaling insulin resistance, indicated in PCOS (poly cystic Ovarian syndrome) which can contribute to infertility. |
| Luteinizing Hormone (LH) |
Evaluation of menstrual irregularities, infertility, and patients with suspected hypogonadism. In adjunct with FSH , LH is a main hormone in ovulation prediction./ |
| Prolactin (PRL) |
The Prolactin (PRL) test is conducted to measure the levels of the hormone prolactin in the blood, aiding in the diagnosis and monitoring of conditions such as hyperprolactinemia, pituitary disorders, and reproductive health issues. |
| Progesterone (PGSN) |
Ascertaining whether ovulation occurred in a menstrual cycle, Assessment of infertility. Evaluation of abnormal uterine bleeding, Evaluation of placental health in high-risk pregnancy. |
| Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG1) |
Sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) is a key blood carrier for sex steroids, and measuring its concentrations is valuable in assessing androgen excess, including conditions like polycystic ovarian syndrome; it's also helpful in infertility, puberty disorders, thyrotoxicosis, and monitoring sex-steroid and anti-androgen therapies. |
| Testosterone, Total & Free (TGRP) |
Testosterone, the major androgenic hormone, acts as an estrogen precursor in females, produced in ovaries and other tissues; low levels may indicate ovarian failure, while elevated levels are linked to Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, characterized by hirsutism, acne, menstrual disturbances, insulin resistance, and often obesity. |
| Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (STSH) |
A TSH test assesses thyroid function, revealing hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism; it can detect disorders before symptoms arise, crucial for preventing health problems, especially affecting females more than males, with potential complications during pregnancy due to abnormal TSH levels. |
| T4 (Thyroxine), Total and Free (T4FT4) |
A thyroxine test is a blood test that helps diagnose thyroid conditions. Your thyroid makes hormones that control the way your body uses energy.These hormones affect your weight, heart, body temperature, muscle strength,and even your mood. In women the thyroid dysfunction can affect the menstrual cycle and cause issues with fertility. |
Take charge of your well-being. Book your private blood testing with Health Today. Embrace proactive care and gain valuable insights into your health. Schedule your appointment now for a healthier tomorrow.
To take the next steps toward better health and feeling and looking your best, start with Women's Hormone Essential Panel.
