Progesterone

The Progesterone test measures the level of this essential hormone in your blood. Progesterone is often called the "pregnancy hormone" because its main job is to prepare the uterus for a fertilized egg and support a healthy pregnancy. For women who are not pregnant, it plays a vital role in regulating the monthly menstrual cycle. This test is a key tool for understanding ovulation and reproductive health

What This Test Covers

• Serum Progesterone Levels: Measures the amount of progesterone produced primarily by the ovaries (the corpus luteum) and, during pregnancy, the placenta.

• Ovulation Confirmation: Helps determine if and when ovulation has occurred during a menstrual cycle.

Why Order This Test?

• Infertility Assessment: Used to check if the ovaries are producing enough progesterone to allow for successful implantation of an egg.

• Monitor Pregnancy Health: High-risk pregnancies are often monitored with this test to ensure progesterone levels remain high enough to maintain the uterine lining.

• Track Ovulation: Helpful for women trying to conceive who want to confirm that their body is releasing an egg each month.

• Investigate Abnormal Bleeding: Helps identify the cause of irregular periods or unusual mid-cycle spotting.

• Menopause Screening: Used alongside other hormone tests to evaluate the transition into menopause.

Fast and Private Results

• Preparation: No fasting is required. However, the timing of this test is very important. For ovulation tracking, it is typically performed on day 21 of a 28-day cycle. Consult your provider for the best time to test.

• Turnaround Time: Results are typically available within 24 to 48 hours.

• Confidential: Your results are delivered securely to your private portal and are not shared with insurance providers.