Perimenopause Blood Testing in London

What Is Perimenopause?

Perimenopause is the hormonal transition that occurs before menopause. It can begin years before periods stop, and many women experience symptoms long before they realise hormones are changing.

Symptoms can vary month to month.

Common Perimenopause Symptoms

Women often seek testing due to:

• Unexplained fatigue
• Mood changes or anxiety
• Brain fog or poor concentration
• Sleep disruption
• Weight gain
• Irregular cycles
• Heavier or lighter periods
• Hot flushes or night sweats

Why Timing Matters

Hormone levels change across the cycle and from month to month. Accurate testing considers:

• Cycle day (where possible)
• Current symptoms
• Age and menstrual pattern

This improves interpretation and reduces misleading results. Perimenopause testing is about patterns, not single numbers.

In-Clinic vs At-Home Hormone Tests

Unlike online-only services, MDC offers in-clinic blood collection, same-day processing, and clinician-reviewed results. This matters because:

• Finger-prick tests may not reflect true hormone levels
• Limited panels miss supporting markers
• Results need clinical context

What Happens After Testing?

• In-clinic blood draw
• Laboratory analysis
• Clinician review
• Clear explanation of results
• Guidance on next steps

Repeat testing may be recommended to monitor changes over time.