Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is one of the most common causes of female infertility, affecting around 6-12% of US women and approximately 20% of women worldwide of reproductive age. PCOS causes women to not ovulate or to ovulate irregularly. This test is a strong indicator as to whether or not a woman has PCOS.
Women with PCOS can develop serious health problems, including diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, and stroke.
Method:
Simple finger prick blood card collection
What does it test for?
Testosterone, SHBG, LH, Cortisol, FAI
Testosterone: Many women with PCOS are found to have an imbalance in certain hormones, especially raised levels of testosterone.
SHBG: Most women with PCOS have metabolic abnormalities. The Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin (SHBG) is a helpful indicator of hyperandrogenism in women with PCOS. The concentration of SHBG in women with PCOS is typically low while high levels of SHBG may be related to liver disease.
LH: In women, the Luteinizing Hormone helps control your menstrual cycle and triggers the release of an egg from the ovary, known as ovulation. Women with PCOS often have consistently higher levels of LH with no “surge” before ovulation. Without an LH surge, the ovaries cannot release an egg and you may have irregular menstrual cycles.
Cortisol: Cortisol is often referred to as the “stress hormone.” Excess cortisol can lead to high insulin levels, irregular periods, excessive hair growth, acne, and weight gain. An elevated cortisol level may be an indicator of PCOS.
FAI: FAI (Free Androgen Index) is a valuable laboratory assessment in the diagnosis of PCOS. It compares the total amount of testosterone against your levels of SHBG. Higher than normal levels may indicate PCOS.
For more information on PCOS and how it can affect your fertility, read our blog.
A portion of our revenue from each test will be donated to fertility research and support.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is one of the most common causes of female infertility, affecting around 6-12% of US women and approximately 20% of women worldwide of reproductive age. PCOS causes women to not ovulate or to ovulate irregularly. This test is a strong indicator as to whether or not a woman has PCOS.
Women with PCOS can develop serious health problems, including diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, and stroke.
Method:
Simple finger prick blood card collection
What does it test for?
Testosterone, SHBG, LH, Cortisol, FAI
Testosterone: Many women with PCOS are found to have an imbalance in certain hormones, especially raised levels of testosterone.
SHBG: Most women with PCOS have metabolic abnormalities. The Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin (SHBG) is a helpful indicator of hyperandrogenism in women with PCOS. The concentration of SHBG in women with PCOS is typically low while high levels of SHBG may be related to liver disease.
LH: In women, the Luteinizing Hormone helps control your menstrual cycle and triggers the release of an egg from the ovary, known as ovulation. Women with PCOS often have consistently higher levels of LH with no “surge” before ovulation. Without an LH surge, the ovaries cannot release an egg and you may have irregular menstrual cycles.
Cortisol: Cortisol is often referred to as the “stress hormone.” Excess cortisol can lead to high insulin levels, irregular periods, excessive hair growth, acne, and weight gain. An elevated cortisol level may be an indicator of PCOS.
FAI: FAI (Free Androgen Index) is a valuable laboratory assessment in the diagnosis of PCOS. It compares the total amount of testosterone against your levels of SHBG. Higher than normal levels may indicate PCOS.
For more information on PCOS and how it can affect your fertility, read our blog.
A portion of our revenue from each test will be donated to fertility research and support.
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