A five-marker hormone panel covering LH, FSH, oestradiol and thyroid function (TSH, FT4), used to help assess menopausal or perimenopausal status in women experiencing symptoms such as hot flushes or irregular periods.
5 biomarkers as listed by Better2Know.
This screen measures luteinizing hormone (LH), follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), oestradiol and two thyroid markers (TSH and free thyroxine). These hormones are used together to build a picture of ovarian and thyroid function, both of which can produce overlapping symptoms such as hot flushes, mood changes and irregular periods during perimenopause and menopause.
With 5 biomarkers, this sits exactly at the median for the 15 menopause and perimenopause tests in our comparison group, so it is neither shallow nor unusually deep for the category. Price is a different story: at £225 for the clinic version, it costs 127% more than the £99 group median. Peers such as Medichecks' Menopause Blood Test (£69, 5 biomarkers) and Blue Horizon Medicals' Menopause Matters (£70.25, 5 biomarkers) test the same number of markers for a fraction of the price.
The listing itself is clear on what is tested, how collection works and what to expect from results. It loses marks on results and follow-up, since results are not reviewed by a doctor as standard, though Better2Know can arrange a private consultation afterwards if needed.
This suits someone who wants clinic-based blood collection with next-day results and does not mind paying a premium for that route. Note that Better2Know sells the identical five-marker panel as a £119 home nurse kit, so if a lower price and an at-home nurse visit both appeal, that version covers the same ground for less.
If cost is the main concern, peers such as Medichecks (£69) and Blue Horizon Medicals (£70.25) test the same 5 biomarkers for well under a third of this test's clinic price.
A blood sample is taken by venous draw, either at a Better2Know clinic or from a nurse visiting you. The sample is sent to the provider's laboratory to measure LH, FSH, oestradiol, TSH and FT4. Results are typically ready within 1 working day and viewed online. The provider does not state that results are reviewed by a doctor as standard, though a private consultation can be arranged afterwards.
This panel measures five hormones relevant to menopause and perimenopause via a clinic blood draw, in line with the median depth for the 15 comparison-group tests we track. At £225, it costs more than double the £99 group median, though Better2Know also offers the same panel as a £119 home nurse kit.
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.
5 biomarkers against a median of 5 across the 14 tests in its comparison group.
A blood sample taken at home by a visiting nurse or phlebotomist; with a venous or clinic option as well; a home nurse visit is offered; results in around 1 days, well ahead of the menopause norm of 2.
Results are not doctor-reviewed and no consultation is included; the provider does not describe the report format.
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£225.00 against a comparison-group median of £98.50 (+128%).
Calculated 13 September 2026 from the facts we hold about this test and provider, using our published scoring formula. Scores are not hand-edited.
This test belongs to our Menopause and perimenopause test comparison group. See how it stacks up against equivalent tests from other providers.
Broadest perimenopause and menopause panel in its group
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Cheapest 5-marker menopause panel in this group
Checks five hormone markers, including FSH, LH and oestradiol alongside thyroid hormones, to help assess menopause or perimenopause. Suited to women with symptoms like hot flushes, irregular periods or mood changes.
Same 5-hormone depth as top rivals, cheaper than most of them
Checks FSH, LH, oestradiol, progesterone and testosterone, the main hormones used to help assess menopause and perimenopause symptoms.
Deepest panel among the shown peers, priciest too
Checks 14 markers covering cholesterol, thyroid, blood sugar and vitamin D, aimed at women wanting a wider picture of heart, bone and metabolic health around menopause.
5-hormone menopause panel priced below the group median
A blood test measuring FSH, LH, oestradiol, testosterone and thyroid-stimulating hormone, used together to help assess whether symptoms are linked to menopause or a thyroid problem instead. Suits women investigating perimenopause or menopause symptoms.
More markers than most menopause tests, no doctor review
This blood test measures nine hormones and thyroid markers linked to the menopause transition, including oestradiol, FSH and LH. It suits women approaching or in menopause who want a broader hormone and thyroid check than a basic screen.
Cheapest named menopause test here, but fewest markers
An at-home finger-prick test measuring FSH and LH, two hormones commonly used to assess menopause and perimenopause status. Suited to women approaching menopausal age.
Priced well under its group median, modest on markers
Measures three key hormones (oestradiol, progesterone and FSH) to help indicate whether you are entering or in perimenopause or menopause. Suits women noticing menstrual cycle changes or menopause-type symptoms who want an initial hormone check.
Cheaper nurse-kit version of Better2Know's menopause panel
The same five-marker hormone panel as Better2Know's clinic Menopause Screen (LH, FSH, oestradiol, TSH, FT4), collected via a nurse-administered venous draw that you send to the lab by post, rather than attending a clinic.
Same marker count as Selph, but £69 more
This blood test measures 12 hormone, thyroid and fertility-related markers, including AMH, linked to perimenopause symptoms. It suits women wanting a detailed hormone picture alongside symptoms like hot flushes or cycle changes.
Cheaper than most peers, but tests only one marker
A single FSH blood test used alongside your symptoms to help indicate whether you are approaching or experiencing menopause.
Priciest menopause panel in its group, but doctor-reviewed
A 5-marker blood test covering FSH, oestradiol, testosterone, SHBG and TSH, used to assess hormonal changes around perimenopause and menopause, with a GP consultation included. Suited to women exploring symptoms or planning HRT.
Maps hormones across your cycle, but priciest peer
A perimenopause test that maps four reproductive hormones across your cycle using two timed finger-prick samples on day 14 and day 21.
Broadest perimenopause and menopause panel in its group
Checks thyroid function, cholesterol, blood sugar and vitamin D, markers linked to health risks around perimenopause and menopause. Suited to women wanting a wider risk check, though it doesn't test reproductive hormones such as FSH or oestradiol.
Cheapest 5-marker menopause panel in this group
Checks five hormone markers, including FSH, LH and oestradiol alongside thyroid hormones, to help assess menopause or perimenopause. Suited to women with symptoms like hot flushes, irregular periods or mood changes.
Same 5-hormone depth as top rivals, cheaper than most of them
Checks FSH, LH, oestradiol, progesterone and testosterone, the main hormones used to help assess menopause and perimenopause symptoms.
Deepest panel among the shown peers, priciest too
Checks 14 markers covering cholesterol, thyroid, blood sugar and vitamin D, aimed at women wanting a wider picture of heart, bone and metabolic health around menopause.
