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Perimenopause Hormone Testing: FSH, Estradiol & Thyroid Panel
Objective numbers for the transition years, FSH, LH, estradiol, progesterone, and a full thyroid set in one draw.
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Women's Hormone Harmony Panel $238.40 with code (reg. $298); smaller HH-1 to HH-4 women's hormone panels from $87.88 (promotional pricing at time of writing).
At a glance
Perimenopause hormone testing measures the markers that shift during the menopause transition: FSH and LH tend to rise as ovarian reserve declines, while estradiol and progesterone fluctuate and eventually fall. This 12-biomarker panel captures those reproductive markers alongside thyroid function (TSH, Free T3, Free T4) and adrenal markers (DHEA-S, AM cortisol), because thyroid changes are associated with many of the same symptoms as the transition itself. Orders include physician authorization, so no doctor's visit is required.
Best suited for
- Women in their 40s and 50s noticing cycle changes, hot flashes, or sleep disruption
- Anyone unsure whether symptoms track with the menopause transition or with thyroid markers
- Women who want recent lab values before discussing symptom management or hormone therapy options with their clinician
- Those who want to track FSH, estradiol, and progesterone trends across the transition rather than rely on a single reading
What's included
Estradiol (E2)
Progesterone
Total Testosterone
Free Testosterone
DHEA-Sulfate (DHEA-S)
Cortisol (AM)
Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
Luteinizing Hormone (LH)
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
Free T3
Free T4
Prolactin
Deep-dive the key markers: Estradiol, Total Testosterone, TSH, Free T3, Free T4
Key biomarker ranges
Commonly used adult reference ranges for markers this panel measures, labs vary, so always interpret results against your lab's stated ranges and with your doctor.
Adult female follicular-phase ranges shown; estradiol varies widely across the cycle and drops after menopause, so cycle timing is essential to interpretation.
| Zone | Range |
|---|---|
| Low | 0–30 pg/mL |
| Follicular range | 30–150 pg/mL |
| High | 150–250 pg/mL |
Adult male ranges shown; commonly used reference ranges run roughly 300–1,000 ng/dL, with morning draws the standard since levels peak early in the day.
| Zone | Range |
|---|---|
| Low | 0–300 ng/dL |
| Normal range | 300–1000 ng/dL |
| High | 1000–1200 ng/dL |
Commonly used reference ranges run roughly 0.4–4.0 µIU/mL; TSH moves inversely to thyroid activity, and time of day, illness, and biotin can skew results.
| Zone | Range |
|---|---|
| Low | 0–0.4 µIU/mL |
| Normal range | 0.4–4 µIU/mL |
| Mildly elevated | 4–6 µIU/mL |
| High | 6–10 µIU/mL |
The importance of testing
During perimenopause, hormone levels do not decline in a straight line, estradiol and progesterone can swing month to month, which is why a single reading is a snapshot, not a verdict. FSH is the marker clinicians most often look at for menopause status: persistently elevated FSH with low estradiol is a pattern associated with the transition. Measuring FSH, LH, estradiol, and progesterone together, and repeating the panel over time, gives you a trend line rather than a one-off number.
Many symptoms attributed to perimenopause, hot flashes, fatigue, mood changes, sleep disruption, weight shifts, are also associated with thyroid markers. That overlap is why this panel includes TSH, Free T3, and Free T4 in the same draw: it helps you and your doctor see whether thyroid function deserves a closer look before attributing everything to the transition.
The panel also measures DHEA-S, AM cortisol, testosterone, and prolactin, rounding out the adrenal and pituitary picture. If you are considering a conversation about symptom management or hormone therapy, arriving with recent, physician-reviewed lab values gives your clinician concrete data to weigh alongside your symptoms and history.
Testing is straightforward: order online, visit a local Quest location for the draw, and receive results through a secure portal, most within 24 to 48 hours.
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Order NowFrequently asked questions
Can a blood test tell me if I'm in perimenopause?
No single blood test can confirm perimenopause on its own, because hormone levels fluctuate month to month during the transition. What testing can do is measure FSH, LH, estradiol, and progesterone at a point in time, persistently elevated FSH with low estradiol is a pattern associated with the menopause transition, and repeat testing builds a trend you can review with your doctor alongside your symptoms.
Which hormones does this panel check for menopause-related changes?
It measures the core transition markers, FSH, LH, estradiol, and progesterone, plus total and free testosterone, DHEA-S, AM cortisol, prolactin, and a full thyroid set (TSH, Free T3, Free T4). That is 12 biomarkers covering reproductive, adrenal, and thyroid function in one blood draw.
Do I need a doctor's order to get tested?
No, physician authorization is included with every order, so no doctor's visit or separate lab order is required. You order online, have your blood drawn at a Quest location, and receive physician-reviewed results to share with your own provider.
Why does a menopause-focused panel include thyroid tests?
Because thyroid markers are associated with many of the same symptoms as the menopause transition, fatigue, mood changes, weight shifts, and sleep problems among them. Measuring TSH, Free T3, and Free T4 in the same draw helps you and your doctor consider both possibilities instead of assuming every symptom is hormonal aging.
Is this testing available in every state?
No, direct-to-consumer lab testing is restricted or prohibited in New York, New Jersey, and Rhode Island, so residents of those states may be blocked at the partner's checkout. Elsewhere, sample collection is available nationwide through Quest locations, with most results back in 24 to 48 hours.
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