Perimenopause test — the right biomarkers, drawn at the right time.
A useful perimenopause test isn't one number. It's the right combination of sex hormones, ovarian reserve and thyroid markers — drawn on the right cycle day — read against your symptoms by a specialist who actually treats women in this transition.
Her Form sends a certified nurse to your home for a 15-minute draw. Samples go to our accredited lab partner. a women's-health specialist who has worked with Her Form since launch — has worked with Her Form since launch and is available for an optional 1:1 consult.
What we test (and why)
FSH + LH + estradiol — the brain↔ovary signal. Climbing FSH with swinging estradiol is the perimenopause fingerprint.
Progesterone — falls first. The single most under-tested marker in perimenopause work.
AMH — ovarian reserve. Useful for placing where you are in the runway, not just diagnosing menopause.
TSH + free T3 + free T4 + TPO antibodies — thyroid changes drive the same symptoms; you cannot read perimenopause without them.
Plus iron, vitamin D, B12 and metabolic markers because the energy, sleep and mood picture is rarely hormones alone.
When to test
Still cycling: day 2–5 for FSH/LH/estradiol; day 21 for progesterone.
Irregular cycles: test any day, then re-test in ~3 months — perimenopause is a trend, not a snapshot.
On the pill or HRT: AMH and thyroid stay reliable; FSH/LH/estradiol/progesterone are masked. we'll tell you what's worth running.
The markers that clarify the picture
Perimenopause Package
Navigate perimenopause with confidence.
- · Estradiol, progesterone, FSH
- · Bone & cardiovascular markers
- · HRT-readiness review
When in my cycle should I test for perimenopause?+
Day 2–5 of your cycle (if you still have one) is the cleanest window for FSH, LH and estradiol. Progesterone is most informative 7 days after ovulation — roughly day 21 of a 28-day cycle. our health specialists reviews your symptom timeline before booking so the draw lands on the right day.
FSH was 'normal' but I still feel terrible — what now?+
Perimenopause FSH fluctuates dramatically month to month. A single 'normal' result misses early-stage perimenopause more often than not. Pair FSH with estradiol, AMH, TSH and progesterone over the right cycle day, and read symptoms alongside the numbers — that's how our health specialists builds the picture.
Can I test perimenopause on birth control or HRT?+
Combined oral contraceptives and HRT mask your true FSH, LH and estradiol. AMH, TSH and thyroid antibodies stay reliable. If you're on the pill or HRT, we'll tell you which markers are actionable and whether a brief pause makes sense.
How is the Perimenopause Package different from a GP blood test?+
Most GP panels run TSH and FSH and stop there. The Her Form Perimenopause Package runs 31 markers — full sex hormones, thyroid (TSH, free T3, free T4, antibodies), adrenal, cardiometabolic and bone — with a written specialist review by our health specialists and a women-specific protocol, not a 'within range, see you in a year'. Robyn is available for an optional 1:1 consult.
How long does it take to get perimenopause test results?+
Typically 7–14 working days from the home draw. You receive a written specialist review from our health specialists alongside your results — not just numbers on a printout — plus the option to book Robyn for an optional 1:1 consult if you want to talk through next steps.
References
- NICE — Menopause guideline (NG23) — Perimenopause & menopause diagnosis and management
- British Menopause Society (BMS) — Evidence-based menopause care for doctors and patients
- Jean Hailes for Women's Health — Perimenopause and menopause consumer health guidance
- RANZCOG — Menopause and postmenopause position statement — HRT and menopause management in ANZ clinical practice
The references above are provided for educational purposes only. Her Form does not endorse any specific organisation, treatment, or guideline. Information on this page does not constitute medical advice and is not a substitute for consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.