Hormonal balance profile for women

Women's Hormone Balance Profile

The tests included in the package assess a woman's hormonal balance.

Hormone tests included in the package:

• Prolactin
• ​​​​​​​Prolactin plays a key role in lactation by stimulating milk production in the mammary glands after childbirth. It influences the regulation of the menstrual cycle and reproductive functions, and its excess can lead to ovulation disorders and infertility. Beyond the reproductive system, it also affects the immune system and metabolic processes in the body.
• Estradiol
  Estradiol plays an important role in maintaining normal bone structure and skin and hair physiology. Measurement of estradiol levels is used to assess ovarian function and monitor follicular development. Indications for the determination are: menstrual cycle disorders, pubertal disorders, monitoring drug-induced ovulation. Elevated estradiol levels are seen in the peri-ovulatory phase, in drug-induced ovulation of multiple follicles, in the presence of estrogen-producing tumors. Reduced levels are observed in primary and secondary ovarian failure.
   
• Progesterone
  Together with estrogen, it regulates the functions of the reproductive system during the monthly cycle. It is secreted by the corpus luteum and placenta. Negligible amounts are secreted by the adrenal cortex and in men additionally by the testes. In the absence of fertilization, the corpus luteum disappears, progesterone production decreases and monthly bleeding occurs. In the case of implantation of a fertilized egg, the corpus luteum sustains its activity improving the conditions for maintaining pregnancy. Elevated values occur in cases of ovarian tumors, gestational hypertension, adrenogenital syndrome. Decreased values in ovulation disorders and ovarian abnormalities.
   
• FSH
  A hormone produced in the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland. Elevated values are seen in women with primary ovarian failure. Decreased values in women are seen in secondary ovarian failure due to pituitary dysfunction, use of ovulation suppressants, use of sex steroids. FSH regulates estrogen production. Its disorders are reflected in conditions such as anxiety, depression, water retention, overweight, menstrual disorders. The test is usually performed in conjunction with the evaluation of other hormones (LH, Estradiol, testosterone, progesterone).
  
   
• LH
  A pituitary hormone produced under the control of the hypothalamus. It is one of the primary sex hormones. It exhibits properties that stimulate the ovaries to produce hormones, mainly estradiol, and is subject to feedback. During the menopausal period, with the disappearance of ovarian function, the concentration of LH increases. Elevated values in women occur with polycystic ovaries or primary ovarian failure. Decreased values, with secondary ovarian failure. LH determinations, along with other sex hormones, are used in the diagnosis of the causes of infertility and menstrual disorders.
  
   
• Testosterone
  Testosterone is a steroid hormone, the main male sex hormone, and is produced in the testicles. In women, testosterone is present in small amounts and its sources are the ovaries and adrenal cortex. Testosterone values fluctuate significantly over the course of a day. It is recommended to take the material for the test between 8 and 10 am.
   
• SHBG
  This is a protein produced in the liver, responsible for transporting and neutralizing hormones. The determination is used, together with the testosterone concentration test, to calculate the free androgen index. In women, this index suggests the amount of bioavailable testosterone. The test is useful in the diagnosis of menstrual disorders, hirsutism, infertility or polycystic ovary syndrome.
   
• DHEA-S
  It is a female sex hormone produced mainly by the adrenal glands, but also by the ovaries and testes. Elevated values in women may be associated with menstrual disorders, hirsutism, virilization and the occurrence of acne.
  
   

Hormonal balance what is it?

The role of hormones in maintaining health cannot be overestimated. Changes in hormone levels are a natural part of the menstrual cycle. Their disruption or significant hormonal imbalance can lead to conditions such as:

• appearance of facial hair, body hair and male characteristics
• menstrual disorders
• infertility
• deterioration of skin, hair, nails and bones

These are areas that are regulated by sex hormones. Abnormalities in these areas usually prompt concern and referral to a doctor. As a tool for quickly detecting abnormalities, we recommend the Hormonal Balance Profile for Women.

The Hormonal Balance Profile for Women