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Evaluate for ovarian estrogen producing tumor in the premenarcheal and postmenopausal female; evaluate estrogen excess in males. Estrogen analysis may be helpful in establishing time of ovulation and optimal time for conception. Serial samples must be collected over several days to evaluate baseline and peak total estrogen levels.

Quick facts

Sample type

Serum

Turnaround

2–4 business days

Fasting

No Fasting Required

Doctor’s order included

Licensed physician review and requisition included with every test.

Total Estrogen

  • Stress & Adrenal Health
  • Women's Health
  • Men's Health
    • Cpt Codes
    • 82672

    what is Total Estrogen and why is it important?

    Evaluate for ovarian estrogen producing tumor in the premenarcheal and postmenopausal female; evaluate estrogen excess in males. Estrogen analysis may be helpful in establishing time of ovulation and optimal time for conception. Serial samples must be collected over several days to evaluate baseline and peak total estrogen levels.

    You might consider the Total Estrogen Test if you are experiencing:

    • Irregular menstrual cycles: Especially if cycles are absent, very heavy, or unusually light, which could be indicative of estrogen imbalance.
    • Difficulty conceiving: As estrogen levels are vital for ovulation, this test can provide insights into reproductive health.
    • Symptoms suggestive of estrogen excess in men: Such as breast enlargement (gynecomastia) or changes in sexual function.
    • Symptoms related to menopause or perimenopause: While specific estrogen forms (like estradiol) are often tested, total estrogen can give a broader picture.
    • Unexplained weight changes, mood swings, or fatigue: Hormonal imbalances, including estrogen, can contribute to these generalized symptoms.

    The Total Estrogen Test can be highly beneficial for individuals seeking to understand or monitor their hormone levels. This includes:

    • Women experiencing fertility challenges or planning conception: Estrogen levels play a crucial role in ovulation, and this test can help in timing ovulation and assessing fertility potential.
    • Females of all ages with suspected hormonal imbalances: This includes premenarcheal girls or postmenopausal women where unusual estrogen levels might indicate an ovarian estrogen-producing tumor or other hormonal disorders.
    • Men experiencing symptoms of high estrogen: Such symptoms might include gynecomastia, decreased libido, or erectile dysfunction.
    • Individuals on hormone therapy: To monitor the effectiveness and safety of estrogen replacement or anti-estrogen therapies.

    The Total Estrogen Test is commonly utilized as a diagnostic aid or monitoring tool for various conditions related to estrogen imbalance. These include, but are not limited to:

    • Ovarian Estrogen-Producing Tumors: Especially in premenarcheal girls or postmenopausal women where unusual estrogen levels may signal abnormal growths.
    • Estrogen Excess in Males: Contributing to symptoms such as gynecomastia, decreased libido, or changes in sexual function.
    • Female Infertility and Ovulatory Dysfunction: Assessing estrogen levels can help identify issues with ovulation and reproductive cycles, crucial for conception.
    • Menstrual Irregularities: Investigating the underlying causes of absent, irregular, unusually heavy, or light menstrual periods.
    • Perimenopausal and Menopausal Symptom Evaluation: While more specific estrogen tests like estradiol might be common, total estrogen provides a broader context in understanding hormonal shifts during these life stages.
    • Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Monitoring: To ensure therapeutic levels are maintained and to assess the efficacy and safety of estrogen supplementation or anti-estrogen treatments.
    • Adrenal Gland Disorders: As adrenal glands can produce estrogen precursors, imbalances here may reflect in total estrogen levels.
    • Pituitary Gland Dysfunction: Conditions affecting pituitary hormones can indirectly impact estrogen production, making total estrogen a relevant indicator.

    Caution

    Hormone levels can be influenced by many factors, including menstrual cycle phase (for women), time of day, medications, and underlying health conditions. Your test results should always be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider in the context of your medical history, symptoms, and other diagnostic findings. Do not make medical decisions based solely on test results.

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    1
    Add Your Test to Cart and Check out

    once Test Order is received, Our physicians will review your request and email you the easy-to-follow requisition form.

    2
    Locate and Visit Your Nearest Laboratory

    Find the closest partner location—most are within 2–3 miles—and drop by for a quick, no‑appointment blood draw.

    3
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    Once your sample is processed, we’ll send your report straight to your inbox within 1–3 business days. Just click the link to view your results anytime.

    4
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    Have Questions about results? Book a phone or video visit with one of our doctors. They’ll walk you through your report, explain any findings, and recommend next steps