OESTRADIOL E2
01 Overview
02 Details
Why Get Tested?
To measure or monitor your estrogen levels; to detect an abnormal level or hormone imbalance as a cause of your signs and symptoms; to monitor treatment for infertility or symptoms of menopause; sometimes to test for fetal-placental status during early stages of pregnancy.
When to Get Tested?
Women: when you show symptoms of a hormone imbalance, such as abnormal vaginal bleeding, lack of menstrual periods, unusual and/or early or late sex organ development; when you are undergoing infertility treatment or therapy for menopause symptoms; when you are pregnant and your health practitioner wants to monitor the health of your placenta and developing baby, if it is a high-risk pregnancy.
Men: when you have signs of feminization, such as enlarged breasts (gynecomastia).
Sample Required?
A blood sample drawn from a vein in your arm or a 24-hour urine sample.
Test Preparation Needed?
None