Laboratory analyses to assess your hormonal balance
At Kensington International Clinic, hormonal assessment is part of a rigorous medical approach: identifying imbalances precisely, understanding their origin and guiding the right course of care. Our partner laboratory and medical team carry out complete hormone tests, either à la carte or integrated into in-depth blood panels, based on a standardised biological protocol.
When properly interpreted, this kind of assessment can provide concrete explanations for symptoms that have remained unexplained for months or even years: chronic fatigue, sleep disturbances, weight fluctuations, menstrual irregularities, decreased libido, mood disorders or difficulty conceiving. It is a genuinely valuable medical tool.
When is a hormone test necessary?
Hormones are chemical messengers produced by the endocrine glands. They regulate almost every major function in the body: metabolism, growth, reproduction, mood, sleep, stress response and blood sugar balance. Even a moderate imbalance can generate a range of symptoms that go unnoticed for months or years before being correctly attributed.
The most common reasons for ordering a hormone test include:
Unexplained symptoms
Persistent fatigue, weight gain or loss, sleep disturbances, hair loss, abnormally dry or oily skin
Irregular menstrual cycle
Amenorrhoea, very short or very long cycles, abnormal bleeding, severe premenstrual syndrome
Fertility difficulties
Preconception assessment, monitoring before or during a medically assisted reproduction journey
Perimenopause and menopause
Hot flushes, dryness, sleep disturbances, mood changes
Decreased libido and sexual disorders
In both women and men
Suspected andropause
Fatigue, loss of muscle mass, lowered motivation in men from their forties onwards
Monitoring of a known condition
Hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), adrenal insufficiency
Follow-up of hormonal treatment
Contraception, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), testosterone supplementation
A hormone test takes on its full meaning when combined with a thorough clinical examination, a complete medical history review and, where appropriate, additional imaging.
Which hormones can be evaluated?
The hormone panel chosen depends on the clinical context. Our private clinic offers tailored hormonal assessments, ranging from a targeted thyroid evaluation to a complete hormone profile. The main categories of hormones assessed are listed below.
Female sex hormones
- Oestradiol (17-Beta): reflection of ovarian activity
- Progesterone: indicator of ovulation and cycle balance
- LH (luteinising hormone) and FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone): pituitary regulation of the cycle
- AMH (anti-Müllerian hormone): marker of ovarian reserve, useful in fertility assessment
- Prolactin: secreted by the pituitary gland; an excess can disrupt the cycle
Male sex hormones
- Total and bioavailable testosterone
- SHBG (sex hormone-binding globulin): transport protein, essential for interpreting free testosterone
- Free Androgen Index: ratio reflecting the truly active fraction of testosterone
- LH and FSH: pituitary regulation of testicular function
- Prolactin
Thyroid hormones
- TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone): first-line marker
- FT3 (free triiodothyronine) and FT4 (free thyroxine): circulating thyroid hormones
- Anti-thyroid antibodies (TPO, TG): useful when autoimmune thyroiditis is suspected
Adrenal hormones
- Cortisol: stress response, metabolic regulation
- DHEA-S (dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate): precursor of sex hormones
Associated metabolic hormones
- Insulin and HbA1c: blood sugar regulation, prediabetes screening
- Vitamin D: systemic status often correlated with hormonal balance
The value of a well-designed hormone test lies not in the number of parameters measured, but in the relevance of their selection in light of the clinical picture.
How is a hormone test interpreted?
Reference values vary depending on sex, age, cycle phase for women, time of sampling for certain hormones, and any ongoing treatment. A slightly out-of-range value does not necessarily indicate disease; conversely, a value within the normal range does not rule out a functional disorder.
At Kensington International Clinic, our doctors take the time to place results in perspective with your clinical history, your symptoms and, where necessary, additional investigations.
The medical interpretation of a hormone test matters as much as the test itself, because it shapes the relevance of the therapeutic decisions that follow.
How much does a hormone test cost?
Kensington International Clinic publishes its prices transparently. Below is the breakdown of the main profiles that include a hormonal component:
Blood profile | Hormonal component | Price |
Phlebotomy (blood draw) | Sample collection, not included in the profiles | £55 |
Premium Women Profile | LH, FSH, Prolactin, Oestradiol, TSH, FT3, FT4 + comprehensive panel | £395 |
Premium Men Profile | FSH, LH, Testosterone, Free Androgen Index, Prolactin, SHBG, TSH, FT3, FT4 + comprehensive panel | £395 |
Book your hormone test at our private clinic
Kensington International Clinic is open Monday to Saturday, 8 am to 8 pm. Consultations and blood draws are by appointment only, in a confidential and professional medical setting.
To book a hormone test, please contact us:
- By phone on 020 7589 9321
- By email at contact@lamaisonmedicale.co.uk
- Online via our appointment booking system
Booking terms. A £55 prepayment is requested at the time of booking. The remaining balance is settled on the day of the test.
Cancellation policy:
- More than 72 hours in advance: full refund
- Between 48 and 72 hours: the £55 prepayment is retained
- Less than 48 hours: the consultation is charged in full
Some private health insurance policies and mutual schemes may cover all or part of a hormone test on medical prescription. We recommend checking your cover directly with your insurer before your appointment.
