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Polycystic Ovary (PCOS) Blood Test<\/b><\/h1>\n PCOS is a condition that affects 1 in 10 women in the UK. Typical symptoms include irregular and painful menstrual cycles, increased body hair, weight gain and fertility concerns. While there is currently no cure for PCOS, symptoms can be managed through changes to lifestyle and, in some cases, medical treatment.<\/p>\n
This test assesses the levels of key hormones which are commonly associated with PCOS, providing a better insight into whether you are likely to have the condition or not.<\/p>\n
Why have a Polycystic Ovary (PCOS) Blood Test?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n\nDiagnosis Confirmation<\/strong>: To help diagnose PCOS, particularly if a woman is experiencing symptoms like irregular menstrual cycles, excessive hair growth (hirsutism), acne, and weight gain.<\/li>\nHormone Levels<\/strong>: To measure levels of key hormones that can be imbalanced in PCOS, such as:\n\nAndrogens: Elevated levels of male hormones like testosterone.<\/li>\n LH and FSH: An imbalance in luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) ratios.<\/li>\n Insulin: Insulin resistance is common in PCOS, so blood sugar and insulin levels may be checked.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n Rule Out Other Conditions<\/strong>: To exclude other conditions that can mimic PCOS symptoms, such as thyroid disorders or hyperprolactinemia.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text text_font=”Varela Round|700|||||||” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”_initial” text_line_height=”2.2em” header_font=”|700|||||||” header_text_color=”#737373″ header_2_font=”|700|||||||” header_2_text_align=”left” header_2_text_color=”#737373″ header_2_font_size=”30px” header_3_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_align=”left” header_3_text_color=”#737373″ header_3_font_size=”30px” custom_margin=”13px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”0px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_text_align_tablet=”center” header_3_text_align_phone=”center” header_3_text_align_last_edited=”on|desktop” text_orientation_tablet=”left” text_orientation_phone=”left” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n
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\nHormones<\/strong> \u2013 Free androgen index, FSH, Hormone phase, LH and Testosterone<\/li>\nProteins<\/strong> \u2013 SHBG<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Advanced Polycystic Ovary (PCOS) Blood Test – 18 Biomarkers” closed_toggle_background_color=”#FFFFFF” icon_color=”#EE75A0″ open_icon_color=”#93D0D2″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|700|||||||” custom_padding=”17px||17px||false|false” title_font_size_tablet=”” title_font_size_phone=”14px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_radii=”on|20px|20px|20px|20px” border_color_all=”#FFFFFF” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ box_shadow_vertical=”1px” box_shadow_blur=”3px” box_shadow_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.15)” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n
\nCholesterol Status<\/strong> \u2013 HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, Non-HDL cholesterol, Total cholesterol, Total cholesterol : HDL and Triglycerides<\/li>\nDiabetes<\/strong> \u2013 Glucose (fasting) and HbA1c<\/li>\nHormones<\/strong> \u2013 Free androgen index, FSH, Hormone phase, LH, Oestradiol, Prolactin and Testosterone<\/li>\nProteins<\/strong> \u2013 SHBG<\/li>\nThyroid Hormones<\/strong> \u2013 Free thyroxine, TSH<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_text text_font=”Varela Round||||||||” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” text_line_height=”2.2em” header_font=”|700|||||||” header_text_color=”#737373″ header_2_font=”|700|||||||” header_2_text_align=”left” header_2_text_color=”#737373″ header_2_font_size=”30px” header_3_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_align=”left” header_3_text_color=”#737373″ header_3_font_size=”30px” custom_margin=”13px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”0px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_text_align_tablet=”center” header_3_text_align_phone=”center” header_3_text_align_last_edited=”on|desktop” text_orientation_tablet=”left” text_orientation_phone=”left” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n
Appointment duration:<\/strong> Approx. 10 minutes<\/p>\nPlease note:<\/strong><\/p>\n\nResults can take up to 2-3 working days from the sample being sent in the post.<\/li>\n Your results will include a doctor’s overview which should give you all the information you require. If you would like further information, we recommend you visit your GP.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nSpecial Instructions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\nDo not take biotin supplements for two days before this test, discuss this with your doctor if it is prescribed.<\/li>\n Take your sample between 6am and 10am.<\/li>\n Take this test two to five days after the start of your period, ideally on day three. It can be taken any time if you do not have periods.<\/li>\n Take your sample at least 24 hours after any vitamin or mineral supplements.<\/li>\n Hormonal contraception can affect the results of this test. Taking a break from this and waiting for your periods to restart before your blood test will give more accurate results.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nAdditional Instructions for Advanced PCOS Blood Test:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n\nDo not eat or drink anything other than water for 12 hours prior to your test.<\/li>\n Avoid vigorous exercise or sexual activity for 48 hours beforehand \u2013 both can raise your prolactin level. Avoid nipple stimulation or heavy meals before taking the test, as these can increase prolactin levels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#cbefef” background_image=”https:\/\/heybaby4d.co.uk\/tempbase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Pregnant-Lady-Silhoute.png” background_size=”initial” background_position=”center_right” background_blend=”luminosity” custom_padding=”25px|||||” background_last_edited=”on|desktop” background_size_tablet=”initial” background_position_tablet=”center_right” background_position_phone=”center_right” background_blend_tablet=”screen” background_blend_phone=”soft-light” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” admin_label=”Finding Hey Baby 4D Luton” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” width=”87%” max_width=”100%” custom_padding=”25px|3%||3%|false|true” custom_padding_tablet=”|0px||” custom_padding_phone=”” saved_tabs=”all” locked=”off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text text_font=”||||||||” admin_label=”Scan Long Description Header” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”_initial” header_font=”|600|||||||” header_text_color=”rgba(238,117,171,0.98)” header_font_size=”60px” header_line_height=”1.4em” header_4_font=”|600|||||||” header_4_text_color=”rgba(238,117,171,0.98)” width=”80%” width_tablet=”100%” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” max_width=”100%” animation_style=”flip” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”32px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_orientation_tablet=”justified” text_orientation_phone=”” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|tablet” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n
What is the process?<\/h4>\n\nOur experienced phlebotomist will uncover your right or left arm.<\/li>\n A tourniquet will be placed around your upper arm. A tourniquet makes it easier for a needle to be placed in your veins by swelling the veins.<\/li>\n Once the tourniquet is fitted, a small quantity of blood will be drawn into tubes, using a needle.<\/li>\n After the blood draw is completed, a plaster will be placed onto the site; this can be removed after a couple of hours.<\/li>\n We will then post your sample to our partner laboratory for analysis.<\/li>\n You will receive your results 2-3 working days after the sample has been sent onto\u00a0the\u00a0laboratory.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text text_font=”||||||||” admin_label=”Scan Long Description Header” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”_initial” header_font=”|600|||||||” header_text_color=”rgba(238,117,171,0.98)” header_font_size=”60px” header_line_height=”1.4em” header_4_font=”|600|||||||” header_4_text_color=”rgba(238,117,171,0.98)” width=”80%” width_tablet=”100%” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” max_width=”100%” animation_style=”flip” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”32px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_orientation_tablet=”justified” text_orientation_phone=”” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|tablet” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n
What do I do with my results?<\/h4>\n Your results will include a doctor’s overview which should give you all the information you require. If you would like further information, we recommend you visit your GP.<\/p>\n
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Preparing for your blood test?<\/h4>\n\nHydrate<\/strong> \u2013 Try to reduce caffeine intake and drink plenty of water before the day of your blood draw, making it easier for our phlebotomist to locate a vein for blood to be drawn from<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\nLoose Clothing<\/strong> \u2013 Our phlebotomist will require access to your arm. Please wear loose clothing to make accessing your arm easier and more comfortable.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/span><\/p>\n\nMedication<\/strong> \u2013 Please let our phlebotomist know if you are on blood thinners on the day of your blood draw. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text text_font=”||||||||” admin_label=”Scan Long Description Header” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”_initial” header_font=”|600|||||||” header_text_color=”rgba(238,117,171,0.98)” header_font_size=”60px” header_line_height=”1.4em” header_4_font=”|600|||||||” header_4_text_color=”rgba(238,117,171,0.98)” width=”80%” width_tablet=”100%” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” max_width=”100%” animation_style=”flip” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”32px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_orientation_tablet=”justified” text_orientation_phone=”” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|tablet” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n
Frequently asked questions?<\/h4>\n How much blood is taken?<\/strong><\/p>\nApproximately 8 ml of blood is taken; this is placed into a special tube for transportation to the laboratory.<\/p>\n
How long is the appointment?<\/strong><\/p>\nThe appointment is approximately 10 minutes long. Please ensure to arrive early to complete any necessary paperwork that may be outstanding.<\/p>\n
What if I’m scared of needles?<\/strong><\/p>\nIt’s completely understandable to feel anxious about needles, but please be assured that you are in good hands. Our phlebotomist is experienced and compassionate, and they are here to support you every step of the way. Upon arrival to the clinic, please communicate your concerns to our phlebotomist who will take extra care when carrying out the blood draw.<\/p>\n
What if you can’t get a blood sample on the day?<\/strong><\/p>\nOccasionally, we may encounter difficulty in obtaining a blood sample from you. There can be various reasons for this, including insufficient hydration, feeling cold, or having undergone another blood test recently.\u00a0 We’ll always offer you another appointment so that we can make another attempt at obtaining the sample.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” admin_label=”Finding Hey Baby 4D Northampton” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”87%” max_width=”100%” custom_padding=”25px|3%||3%|false|true” custom_padding_tablet=”|0px||” custom_padding_phone=”” global_module=”580″ saved_tabs=”all” locked=”off” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text text_font=”||||||||” admin_label=”Scan Long Description Header” _builder_version=”4.17.3″ text_font_size=”1em” text_line_height=”1.8em” header_font=”|600|||||||” header_text_color=”rgba(238,117,171,0.98)” header_font_size=”60px” header_line_height=”1.4em” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” header_2_text_color=”rgba(238,117,171,0.98)” header_2_font_size=”25px” header_4_font=”|600|||||||” header_4_text_color=”rgba(238,117,171,0.98)” header_4_font_size=”25px” width=”80%” width_tablet=”100%” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” max_width=”100%” animation_style=”flip” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”32px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_orientation_tablet=”justified” text_orientation_phone=”” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|tablet” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n
Finding Hey Baby 4D Northampton<\/h4>\n \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nHey Baby 4D Northampton is a 25 minute walk or a 10 minute drive from the Town Centre and is accessible by public transport.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re travelling by car, leave at junction 15 of the M1 and follow the A45 until you reach the A428. We are located 3 minutes away from Northampton General Hospital. If you\u2019re travelling by bus from Northampton town centre, the number 5 Southfields stops on Alfred Street, which is a 6-minute walk from the clinic.<\/p>\n
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