The Menopause Profile is a blood test that measures the key hormones used to assess menopausal status, including FSH, LH and oestradiol, alongside a thyroid check since thyroid symptoms can overlap with menopause. It suits anyone with symptoms such as irregular periods, hot flushes or mood changes who wants hormonal context alongside a specialist discussion. The panel costs £195, plus a £50 blood-draw fee, with results back within 1 day. You can walk in or book online at 117a Harley Street, seven days a week, with no GP referral needed.
This profile is commonly requested for symptoms such as irregular or missed periods, hot flushes, night sweats, mood changes or low libido, where menopause or perimenopause is a possible explanation.
Because thyroid problems can cause similar symptoms to menopause, including fatigue and mood change, the panel includes a thyroid check to help rule that in or out as a contributing factor.
Some people request it simply to get a hormonal snapshot before a specialist consultation, so the doctor has results to discuss at the first appointment rather than requesting them afterwards.
No special preparation is needed for this profile, and most people do not need to fast beforehand. If you are still having periods, hormone levels can vary through your cycle, so it's worth telling the clinic where you are in your cycle when you book, and following any specific instruction from your doctor.
A raised FSH alongside a lower oestradiol is a pattern commonly seen around the menopause, though hormone levels can fluctuate considerably during perimenopause, so a single result does not always give a clear answer, particularly if you are still having periods. An abnormal thyroid result points towards the thyroid as a contributing factor to your symptoms rather than menopause itself.
Your laboratory report will show the reference range for each marker. Because these results are read alongside your symptoms, age, and menstrual history, book a menopause consultation to have your results explained and to discuss options if you need support with symptoms.
To discuss symptoms and treatment options with a specialist, book a menopause consultation at Gynae Clinic.
Written by Mr Stephen Lingam. Reviewed by Dr Penelope Sheehan.
Not always on its own. Hormone levels can fluctuate, particularly during perimenopause, so results are usually interpreted alongside your age, symptoms and menstrual history by a doctor rather than used as a stand-alone diagnosis.
Thyroid problems can cause symptoms that look very similar to menopause, such as fatigue, weight change and low mood, so checking Free T4 and TSH helps a doctor see whether the thyroid is playing a part.
Yes, if you are still having periods, hormone levels can vary considerably across your cycle. Let the clinic know where you are in your cycle when you book, and mention it to whoever reviews your results.
Book a menopause consultation at Gynae Clinic so a specialist can talk through what your results mean and discuss any symptom management or treatment options.