14/10/2026
Not usually, there isn't one single test that can definitively tell you you're in perimenopause.
During perimenopause, hormone levels can fluctuate significantly, so a blood test taken on one particular day may not give us the full picture.
For many women over 45, perimenopause is identified primarily by looking at your symptoms and changes in your menstrual cycle, rather than relying on a single hormone result.
There are situations where blood tests or other investigations may be useful, particularly if you're younger, your symptoms aren't typical, or we need to rule out another cause.
So if you feel like something has changed, the conversation is often more important than the test. 💙
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* The information shared here is educational and should not be considered medical advice. Individual assessment and treatment plans are discussed during consultation.
