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Best At-Home Hormone Tests for Women
Top Recommendations
🥇 Everlywell Women's Health Test (Best Overall)
- Tests estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, LH, FSH, DHEA, and cortisol
- Easy finger-prick blood spot test
- Results reviewed by a physician
- Around $150-200
🥈 Paloma Health (Best for Thyroid)
- Specifically focused on thyroid hormones (TSH, T3, T4, TPO antibodies)
- Includes doctor consultation
- Great if thyroid issues are suspected
🥉 DUTCH Test (Precision Analytical) (Most Comprehensive)
- Uses dried urine, considered the gold standard by many practitioners
- Tests sex hormones AND cortisol rhythm
- More detailed than blood spot tests
- Around $300-400, often requires ordering through a practitioner
Other Solid Options
- LetsGetChecked - Good hormone panels with nurse follow-up
- Veracyte/Mira Fertility Monitor - Great for tracking fertility hormones ongoing
Things to Consider
- Finger-prick vs. urine vs. saliva tests have different accuracy levels
- Always follow up with your doctor to interpret results
- Best tested on Day 3 or Day 21 of your cycle depending on what you're measuring
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