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BHRT Providers with Comprehensive Lab Panels
Here are some well-known providers that typically include lab work as part of their programs:
Telehealth/Online Providers
- Midi Health - Focuses on women 40+, includes hormone panels and ongoing monitoring as part of their care model
- Winona - Includes baseline and follow-up labs in their women's BHRT programs
- Hone Health - Strong emphasis on men's hormone optimization with comprehensive panels including testosterone, thyroid, metabolic markers
- Maximus - Men's focused, includes detailed lab panels with their membership
Clinic-Based Options
- BodyLogicMD - Network of physicians known for thorough initial hormone panels including sex hormones, thyroid, adrenal markers
- Biote - Franchise network of providers; lab testing protocols are built into their system
- Defy Medical - Known for detailed panels covering hormones, metabolic health, and cardiovascular markers
What to Look For in Lab Panels
Good programs typically test:
- Estradiol, progesterone, testosterone
- DHEA-S, cortisol
- Thyroid (TSH, Free T3, Free T4)
- Metabolic panel, CBC
- PSA (men)
Honest Caveat
Lab inclusion and comprehensiveness vary by plan tier and location, so always confirm exactly what's included before enrolling and whether labs are covered or billed separately.
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