Women's health
PCOS / Androgen Symptoms Screen
Useful markers where PCOS or androgen symptoms are suspected.
Checks hormone and androgen-related markers (testosterone, SHBG, Free Androgen Index, LH, FSH, oestradiol and prolactin) alongside thyroid function, HbA1c and cholesterol markers.
PCOS cannot be diagnosed from bloods alone, but this screen checks useful hormone, androgen and metabolic markers that can support further assessment and next steps. This is not a standalone PCOS diagnosis.
What's tested
15 biomarkers from a single venous sample.
- Total Cholesterol/HDL Cholesterol Ratio
- Total Cholesterol
- LDL Cholesterol
- HDL Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- HbA1c
- Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
- Free Thyroxine (FT4)
Understand what's measured
Plain-English guides to the markers in this panel: what each one checks, and what high and low results can mean.
- Cholesterol blood test
- HbA1c blood test
- TSH blood test
- Oestradiol blood test
- Prolactin blood test
- Testosterone blood test
Who it may suit
- Irregular periods.
- Acne.
- Facial hair growth.
- Scalp hair thinning.
- Suspected PCOS or androgen-related symptoms.
What happens at your appointment
- 1
Arrive at 57 Rodney Street for your appointment. No GP referral needed.
- 2
Your clinician confirms the right test for you and answers any questions.
- 3
A quick, professional venous blood draw. A larger, cleaner sample than any finger-prick kit.
- 4
Your results are sent to you securely, with clear guidance on any recommended next steps.
This page is for general information. Blood tests are carried out following a short clinical check to confirm the panel is appropriate for you. Your results are sent to you securely, with clear guidance on any recommended next steps.
