Menopause insights blood test
Learn how menopause affects your heart, bone, and metabolic health with detailed commentary from a GMC-registered GP. Get results in 48 hours.
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How can a menopause insights blood test help you?
This test helps you understand how hormonal changes affect your health throughout menopause.
Because your oestrogen levels reach a new low level in menopause, you have an increased risk of:
- heart disease
- diabetes
- osteoporosis (brittle bones)
Your NHS GP report includes:
- your risk of certain conditions
- menopause-specific GP commentary
- advice for reducing menopause symptoms
What's included in this blood test?
Apolipoproteins (heart disease risk)
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Apolipoproteins are the main protein that forms lipoproteins — these transport fat, like cholesterol, around your body. Apolipoproteins are a better predictor of your heart disease risk than LDL cholesterol alone.
Vitamin D
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Vitamin D is an essential nutrient for your health throughout menopause. Lower oestrogen levels can cause your bones to become weaker — increasing your risk of osteoporosis (brittle bones).
Thyroid profile
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Your thyroid is a gland that controls your body’s processes. Thyroid conditions can increase your risk of osteoporosis and heart disease. An overactive thyroid causes similar symptoms to menopause — like heavy periods, fatigue, and brain fog.
HbA1c (diabetes risk)
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HbA1c measures your blood sugar control over the last 3 months. When you reach menopause, your body can’t process blood sugar (glucose) as efficiently as it used to, increasing your risk of diabetes.
How it works
Do your test at home
Your test kit arrives in 1-2 days with instructions on how to take your sample. Then free post it back to the lab.
Get results in 48 hours
You'll get a GP-reviewed report and personalised recommendations to improve or maintain your results.
Support your health
From lifestyle tips to premium supplements, follow your personalised advice to support your health.
We're making menopause knowledge mainstream
“Even though all women go through menopause, it’s still taboo. That’s why we created our menopause insights blood test — to help you understand those changes and what you can do to support your health.”
— Dr Macarena Staudenmaier, MD, MSc,
Clinical Innovation Lead at Thriva
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Experienced doctors
We work closely with our team of experienced doctors to make sure everything we do is safe and based on the latest research.
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Your data is in safe hands. We use the latest encryption technologies and continually assess our GDPR compliance.
Accuracy
Our blood testing kits are CE-marked, and we work with UKAS-accredited labs that are registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
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Advice before doing this test
Why can't this test diagnose menopause?
Menopause is a clinical diagnosis.
You've reached menopause if:
- you're over age 45
- have menopausal symptoms
- haven't had a period for 12 months
- you aren't using hormonal contraception
There’s no single blood test to diagnose menopause. This is because your hormones fluctuate throughout perimenopause and menopause. So your results won’t give you an accurate picture or valuable insights.
When should you do this blood test?
Great news — you can take this test anytime during the month.
We recommend fasting (not eating) for 8 hours before doing this test. Collect your sample in the morning for the most accurate results.
Who's this test suitable for?
This test is suitable if you’re perimenopausal or have reached menopause.
What doesn't this test tell you?
This package tests for risk factors associated with menopause but can’t diagnose it. You should see your GP to discuss treatment options if menopause symptoms affect your life.
GDPR
Your data is in safe hands. We use the latest encryption technologies and continually assess our GDPR compliance.
Are your labs registered with the CQC?
Our labs are registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our testing kits our CE-marked. Learn more about labs and accuracy.
What's included in your test kit?
Your Thriva test kit includes:
- collection tube(s)
- plaster x 2
- return form x 1
- alcohol swab x 1
- lancet x 3
- prepaid envelope x 1
- cleansing wipe x 1
- collection tube label(s)
- protective plastic case x 1
How to collect your sample at home
Learn how to collect your finger-prick blood sample at home by following our instructions. You can access these on the app too. It takes around 30 minutes to complete the process at home.
Will a doctor write your report?
Our doctors review your blood test results and upload a detailed report to your account dashboard. They also give you advice to help support your health or manage an existing condition.
How long does it take to get results?
We share your results within 48 hours of receiving and analysing your sample. And you can access your data at any time.
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All our partner labs hold UKAS, ISO17025 / ISO15189 accreditations.
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