Progesterone Test

Progesterone

Progesterone belongs to the group of the most important female hormones Determination of its concentration is performed to control ovulation and the course of pregnancy or to identify the cause of problems in getting pregnant pregnancy. The test is performed from a blood sample.

Progesterone action

Progesterone is produced by the ovaries, corpus luteum and cortex of the adrenal glands, from the 3rd month of pregnancy by the placenta, and in the case of men by the testes. The concentration of progesterone varies throughout the the entire menstrual cycle. The highest concentration of progesterone reaches approximately 5-7 days after ovulation.

Progesterone plays an important role in the body. Among other things, it is responsible Among other things, it is responsible for preparing the uterus for the implantation of a fertilized ovum and maintenance of pregnancy. In addition, assessment of its concentration helps identify and monitor the causes of infertility and monitor fetal health and pregnancies at risk.

The product can be delivered within 3 months from the date indicated in the order confirmation.

Progesterone: preparation and test

The progesterone test is performed on a blood sample.

• The test consists of collecting blood into an EDTA tube in accordance with blood drawing procedures, disinfecting the skin, applying a tourniquet, and putting pressure on the site after the procedure, which lasts a few minutes.
• The blood drawing procedure takes several seconds.
• If the patient does not follow pre-test instructions, results may not be valid
• The test should be performed in the morning.

Get your blood drawn at home - purchase a home visit together with the test.

Required preparation for the progesterone test:

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• Avoid eating heavy, fatty meals and drinking alcohol up to 24 hours before the test.
• Refrain from drinking coffee and tea at least 12 hours before the test.

On the day of the test:

• The test should be done on an empty stomach - refrain from eating for about 12 hours prior to the test..
• You may drink a small amount of water in the morning.
• If possible, blood should be drawn before taking the morning dose of medications, unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
• The test should be performed in the morning.
• Before the test, the patient should rest for about 10 - 15 minutes (sitting position).
• Exercise, including moderate physical activities such as walking or climbing stairs, may change the results of the lab test.

Progesterone test results

• Results are available within 3 business days.
• You may collect your results at the reception desk of a chosen Centre.
• You may access your results via Medicover Online (you must first collect the password to access your results at the Medicover Centre reception desk).