Better2Know Menopause & perimenopause

Hormone Replacement Therapy Test

A test for women to understand their hormone replacement therapy regime.

Sample
Blood
Collection
Venous draw at clinic or nurse visit; also home kit £175
Results in
1 day
Biomarkers
1
Tests for
  • HRT Profile 1

Test specifications

Provider
Better2Know
Sample type
blood
Collection method
venous draw at clinic or nurse visit; also home kit £175
Turnaround time
1 day
Biomarkers tested
1
At-home test
No
Doctor reviewed
No
Gender focus
Both

What's tested

1 biomarker as listed by Better2Know.

  • HRT Profile 1

About this test

What is a hormone replacement therapy (HRT) test?

HRT means the replacement of any hormone that the body is missing. In the case of this test, HRT refers to the replacement of the hormones in women which are no longer produced during the perimenopausal period (the period leading up to the menopause), or after the menopause itself. If you are taking HRT medication, the levels of these hormones will be restored and will alleviate symptoms such as night sweats, hot flushes, vaginal dryness, irritability, low sex drive, low mood, and sleep disturbance. Our HRT test will assess whether your hormones are optimally balanced whilst taking your HRT medication.

Why should I consider the HRT test?

If you are taking HRT medication and are experiencing any of the symptoms listed above, the Better2Know HRT test is suitable for you.

How is HRT tested?

You will be required to provide a blood sample, which will then be sent for analysis at our accredited country laboratory.

How will I receive my test results?

Your test results will be ready within just one working day of your samples arrival at our laboratory. As soon as they are available, your confidential results will be reported on Better2Know's secure patient area. We will provide you with log in details for the secure patient area after we have processed your booking. After all your results are ready, one of our experienced advisors will contact you personally.

What should I do with my results?

Your results will show whether the levels of oestradiol 17-beta and progesterone in your body are in optimal balance for alleviation of your menopausal symptoms. If your results reveal an abnormal balance of hormones, you should seek medical advice from a doctor. You may be advised to change the type of HRT you are taking. Better2Know has a network of skilled doctors situated across the country. Your friendly advisor can organise a private consultation with one of these doctors for you to discuss your results in more depth and provide guidance on treatment options.

Description provided by Better2Know.

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score
Editorial confidence: 9.0/10

Score breakdown

  • Clarity and documentation 9.0/10

    The listing publishes a detailed description, the full biomarker list, a stated turnaround, clear collection options, the sample type; it does not state what the report looks like.

  • Clinical depth 5.0/10

    1 biomarkers, placing it in the 8th percentile of menopause tests we track.

  • Collection convenience 6.0/10

    Requires a venous draw at a clinic; a home nurse visit is offered; results within 2 days.

  • Results and follow-up 4.5/10

    Results are not doctor-reviewed as standard.

  • Trust signals 6.5/10

    Trustpilot 4.2 from 775 reviews; CQC registered; trading 18+ years.

  • Value for money 6.0/10

    £295.00; no comparable tests to benchmark against yet.

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