Perimenopause and Menopause

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hormonal changes

Gain a deeper understanding of your hormones and the possibility of menopause onset by starting with our Perimenopause and Menopause Blood Test.

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Perimenopause and menopause can interfere with your daily life which is why many women seek healthcare throughout this period of time.

Through a combination of insights into your hormones how they are changing, and consultations with a doctor, you can arm yourself with the knowledge to explain and manage your symptoms.

The difference: Perimenopause and Menopause

Perimenopause refers to the stage in a woman’s life where her body is transitioning towards menopause and the end of her reproductive years.

Menopause is when a woman experiences a decline in reproductive hormones, her ovaries stop releasing eggs and the menstrual periods stop.  Menopause is officially diagnosed when a woman hasn’t had her period for twelve consecutive months.

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Women’s experiences are diverse

The age at which women enter perimenopause and menopause varies,
and their experiences during these stages can differ significantly.

Age diversity

  • Perimenopause
    • Can start as early as 30 years old.
    • The average age women enter perimenopause is mid 40.
  • Menopause
    • Can start as early as 40-45 years old (early menopause).
    • The average age women experience menopause is approximately 51 years old, with a typical age range of 45–55 years old.

Experience diversity^

  • Physical symptoms
    • Including but not limited to hot flushes, night sweats, sleep disturbances, joint pain, changes to your vagina and changes in body weight.
  • Psychological and emotional symptoms
    • Including but not limited to difficulty concentrating, changes in libido (sex drive), verbal learning and verbal memory negatively affected*, changes in how you cope and mood changes.

Perimenopause and Menopause Blood Test

Our Perimenopause and Menopause Blood Test offers useful insight into your hormones. Alongside a doctor’s evaluation of your symptoms, you can gain a deeper understanding of your current stage in the menopausal transition.

Online blood tests: It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3!

STEP 1

Complete a digital consultation to have your pathology request form sent to your email in minutes

STEP 2

Print out your request form and take it to your nearest pathology collection clinic

STEP 3

After your blood test, your results will be viewable via the app and sent to your email within just a few days. Our doctors can provide comprehensive follow up care.

What do we test for?

  • FSH – Follicle Stimulating Hormone: A hormone that helps stimulate the growth of eggs during each menstrual cycle.
  • LH – Luteinising Hormone: A hormone that triggers ovulation.
  • E2 – Oestradiol: A type of oestrogen, which is a hormone that plays a big role in regulating the menstrual cycle and overall reproductive health.
  • TSH – Thyroid Stimulating Hormone: A hormone that controls how well your thyroid is working, which affects your metabolism and energy levels.
  • FBC – Full Blood Count: An overview of your blood, including how many red and white blood cells you have, and checks for signs of infection, anaemia or other blood-related issues.
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    References

    ^ There is some cross-over between perimenopause and mesopause symptoms. During perimenopause you can start to experience symptoms of menopause.

    *Metcalf CA, Duffy KA, Page CE, Novick AM. Cognitive Problems in Perimenopause: A Review of Recent Evidence. Curr Psychiatry Rep. 2023 Oct;25(10):501-511. doi: 10.1007/s11920-023-01447-3. Epub 2023 Sep 27. PMID: 37755656; PMCID: PMC10842974.

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