At the Naturopath Osteopath Clinic, our Naturopathic Doctors offer a comprehensive Female Hormone Panel to help uncover hormonal imbalances that may be affecting your health and quality of life. This advanced diagnostic test measures key female hormones to assess reproductive health, menstrual irregularities, fertility challenges, and symptoms related to perimenopause and menopause.
What the Female Hormone Panel Measures
The panel typically includes blood or saliva testing of the following:
- Estradiol (E2): The primary form of estrogen, crucial for regulating the menstrual cycle, maintaining healthy bones, and supporting cardiovascular health.
- Progesterone: Balances the effects of estrogen, prepares the uterus for pregnancy, and promotes restful sleep and emotional calm.
- Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH): Stimulates the growth of ovarian follicles and helps regulate ovulation and the menstrual cycle.
- Luteinizing Hormone (LH): Triggers ovulation and supports the formation of the corpus luteum, essential for progesterone production.
- Testosterone: Though lower in women, it plays a vital role in energy levels, libido, muscle tone, and cognitive function.
- DHEA-S: A precursor hormone produced by the adrenal glands that helps regulate estrogen and testosterone levels and supports stress resilience.
- Cortisol: The body’s primary stress hormone, affecting metabolism, mood, immune function, and hormonal stability.
- Thyroid Hormones (optional add-on): Imbalances in TSH, Free T3, and Free T4 may mimic or worsen hormonal symptoms and are often tested alongside female hormones.
Common Symptoms of Hormonal Imbalance in Women
Hormonal disruptions can manifest in many ways. Symptoms may include:
- Irregular menstrual cycles or missed periods
- Chronic fatigue or low energy levels
- Mood swings, anxiety, or depression
- Weight gain, especially around the abdomen
- Low libido or sexual dysfunction
- Hot flashes and night sweats
- Sleep disturbances or insomnia
- Brain fog and difficulty concentrating
- Hair thinning or dry skin
Why Opt for a Female Hormone Panel?
The Female Hormone Panel is a vital diagnostic tool that provides a comprehensive look into your hormonal health. At the Naturopath Osteopath Clinic, we recommend this lab test for women experiencing a wide range of symptoms that may stem from hormonal imbalances. Whether you’re navigating menstrual irregularities, perimenopause, fertility challenges, or unexplained fatigue, the hormone panel offers targeted insights that lead to more effective care.
Here are key reasons to consider this test:
- Identify the Root Cause: Uncover the underlying hormonal triggers of symptoms such as weight gain, mood swings, low libido, and irregular periods.
- Personalized Treatment: Gain data-driven insights that allow our Naturopathic Doctors to develop a tailored wellness plan just for you.
- Early Detection: Detect imbalances before they escalate into chronic issues like PCOS, thyroid dysfunction, or adrenal fatigue.
- Fertility Optimization: Understand hormone levels critical to ovulation and conception for women trying to conceive.
- Menopause Management: Monitor hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause to support smoother transitions and symptom relief.
Personalized Hormone Health Support
Once your results are reviewed, our Naturopathic Doctors will work closely with you to develop a tailored wellness plan that may include nutrition guidance, herbal medicine, lifestyle changes, and bioidentical hormone support if necessary. Our goal is to restore balance naturally and sustainably—helping you feel energized, emotionally stable, and hormonally aligned.
If you’re experiencing symptoms that may be linked to hormonal imbalance, the Female Hormone Panel provides critical insights into your health. Take the first step toward restoring hormonal harmony and overall well-being—book your consultation today.