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You can get hormone testing and treatment online through a few different kinds of services: at‑home lab kits that send you results, telemedicine clinics that order labs and prescribe treatment, or full-service women’s health practices that do deeper testing and ongoing care. Below are reputable options in each category plus what tests to consider and how to proceed.
Where to get tests and treatment (specific services)
- LetsGetChecked — at‑home blood/urine kits and a clinician review; they can order follow-up testing and facilitate prescriptions when needed. Good balance of convenience and medical oversight.
- Modern Fertility — focused female hormone at‑home testing (FSH, estradiol, AMH, etc.) and clear interpretations for perimenopause/fertility. Good first look if you suspect perimenopause.
- Everlywell — consumer at‑home hormone and thyroid test options. Helpful for screening, but they don’t usually manage treatment directly.
- Hims & Hers (Hers) — telemedicine for women’s health including menopause/HRT and other hormone-related treatment; can do remote consults and prescribe HRT when appropriate.
- PlushCare — general telemedicine MDs who can order labs (LabCorp/Quest) and treat thyroid, menopausal symptoms, and other causes of fatigue; they accept some insurance.
- Tia — women’s primary care/telemedicine with a focus on midlife health; more personalized visits and care plans for hormones and related symptoms.
- Parsley Health — membership-based, more comprehensive/functional medicine approach with deep testing and ongoing management (higher cost) if you want an in-depth workup and lifestyle plan.
Specialized tests frequently used (ask any service or your clinician)
- Thyroid panel: TSH, free T4, free T3, anti‑TPO (thyroid disease is a very common cause of fatigue/brain fog)
- Sex hormones: estradiol, FSH, LH (helps evaluate perimenopause/menopause), progesterone (timing matters), total testosterone, SHBG
- Adrenal/metabolic: morning cortisol (or DUTCH test for detailed steroid metabolites), DHEA‑S
- Basic labs: CBC (to check anemia), ferritin, CMP (electrolytes/liver/kidney), fasting glucose or HbA1c, lipid panel
- Nutrients: vitamin B12, 25‑OH vitamin D, iron studies
- Optional: DUTCH Complete (urine) for detailed sex/adrenal metabolites — offered via some clinicians and integrative labs
Timing notes
- Progesterone should be measured mid‑luteal (~7 days before expected period) if you’re still cycling.
- FSH/estradiol can help evaluate perimenopause but can fluctuate — sometimes repeat testing or symptom-based assessment is used.
How to choose
- If you want quick screening from home: try LetsGetChecked, Modern Fertility or Everlywell.
- If you want a clinician to diagnose and prescribe HRT or thyroid meds remotely: choose telemedicine clinics like Hers, PlushCare, or Tia.
- If you want a deep, long-term functional approach: consider Parsley Health (higher cost, ongoing care).
- Check that clinicians are board‑certified, that the service uses CLIA‑certified labs (LabCorp/Quest/other reputable labs), and whether they accept your insurance if cost is a concern.
Next steps I recommend
- Start with a primary screen (TSH, CBC/ferritin, vit D, B12, basic metabolic panel, fasting glucose/A1c) plus FSH/estradiol if you suspect perimenopause. You can order these via LetsGetChecked (home) or ask PlushCare/Tia to order them through a local lab.
- If results are abnormal or you want HRT/thyroid treatment, schedule a telemedicine visit with a provider (Hers, PlushCare, or your chosen service) to discuss treatment options and follow‑up.
- Keep a symptom journal (sleep, mood, periods, medications, stress, caffeine, alcohol) and note any red flags (unintentional weight loss, chest pain, severe mood changes) — seek urgent care if present.
If you’d like, tell me:
- whether you’re still having periods,
- any current medications,
- whether you prefer at‑home kits vs video visits vs an ongoing membership,
and I’ll recommend 1–2 specific services and a starter test panel tailored to you.