Female Hormone Panel; Adrenal, Thyroid, Lipids, Sex Hormones | Second Opinion Physician
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Female Hormone Panel; Adrenal, Thyroid, Lipids, Sex Hormones

$499.00

Lipid Panel 80061; Cortisol AM 82533; DHEA-Sulfate 82627; TSH – Thyroid Stimulating Hormone 84443; T3, Free (Triiodothyronine) Serum 84481; T4, Free (Thyroxine) 84439; Reverse T3, Serum 84482; Estradiol 82670; FSH and LH 83001, 83002; Progesterone 84144; Sex Horm Binding Glob, Serum 84270; Testosterone, Free/Tot Equilib 84402, 84403.

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Female hormone panel:

\Lipid Panel; Cortisol AM; DHEA-Sulfate; TSH – Thyroid Stimulating Hormone; T3, Free (Triiodothyronine) Serum; T4, Free (Thyroxine); Reverse T3, Serum; Estradiol; FSH and LH; Pregnenolone; Progesterone; Sex Horm Binding Glob, Serum; Testosterone, Free/Tot Equilib.

This panel provides  for the following possible issues.

  • Hormonal Balance Assessment: This panel provides a comprehensive overview of key hormones like estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and DHEA-Sulfate, which are crucial for understanding overall hormonal health and detecting imbalances that could affect menstrual cycles, fertility, mood, and overall well-being.
  • Thyroid Function Screening: The inclusion of TSH, T3, T4, and Reverse T3 offers a solid baseline for evaluating thyroid function, which plays a vital role in metabolism, energy levels, and weight management.
  • Stress and Adrenal Health: By measuring Cortisol AM, this panel helps assess adrenal function, which can indicate how well the body is managing stress and its potential impact on overall hormonal health.
  • Reproductive Health Monitoring: The FSH and LH levels provide insights into ovarian function, fertility potential, and whether there might be issues such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) or early menopause.
  • Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG) Evaluation: SHBG levels can help understand how much active testosterone and estrogen are available in the body, which can be critical in managing conditions like PCOS, hirsutism, or other androgen-related issues.
  • General Health Screen: The Lipid Panel is included to evaluate cardiovascular health by assessing cholesterol levels, which can be influenced by hormonal imbalances and are important in the context of overall metabolic health.

A physician might recommend a hormone panel for the following reasons:

  1. Hypothyroidism: To evaluate thyroid function, as symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, and depression can be linked to an underactive thyroid.
  2. Adrenal Fatigue: To assess cortisol and DHEA-Sulfate levels, which can indicate how well the adrenal glands are functioning, especially in the context of chronic stress and fatigue.
  3. Estrogen Dominance or Menopausal Symptoms: To check for imbalances between estrogen and progesterone that could contribute to symptoms like heavy periods, mood swings, or hot flashes.
  4. Obesity: To assess how hormonal imbalances might be contributing to weight gain, difficulty losing weight, or metabolic issues.
  5. Ovarian Issues: To monitor reproductive hormones like FSH, LH, and testosterone, which can help diagnose conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) or other ovarian dysfunctions.
  6. Uterine Fibroids: To explore potential hormonal causes of fibroid growth, such as estrogen dominance.
  7. Menstrual Irregularities: To determine the underlying hormonal causes of irregular periods, heavy bleeding, or amenorrhea (absence of menstruation).

Additional reasons for assessing a hormone test panel:

  1. Preconception Planning: To ensure optimal hormonal balance for women trying to conceive, as imbalances can affect fertility and pregnancy outcomes.
  2. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: To rule out or confirm hormonal contributions to persistent fatigue, which can be linked to thyroid, adrenal, or other endocrine issues.
  3. Mood Disorders: Hormonal imbalances can contribute to mood swings, anxiety, depression, or irritability, so this panel may be useful in evaluating these symptoms.
  4. Sexual Dysfunction: To investigate causes of low libido, vaginal dryness, or other sexual health concerns, which could be related to hormonal imbalances.
  5. Bone Health: Estrogen and other hormones play a key role in bone density, so this panel might be recommended to assess risk factors for osteoporosis, especially in postmenopausal women.
  6. Cardiovascular Risk Assessment: By including lipid levels and evaluating thyroid function, this panel can help assess overall cardiovascular risk, which is often influenced by hormonal health.
  7. Unexplained Weight Changes: Sudden or unexplained weight gain or loss could be due to underlying hormonal imbalances, making this panel relevant for diagnosis.

This panel provides a broad screening tool for various health issues, helping physicians tailor a more personalized and effective treatment plan.

 

 

 

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