📅 Last Updated: May 2026 | 🩺 Medically Reviewed by: Edward Salko, D.O., Medical Director | 🧪 Lab Partner: Labcorp
The Menopause Screening Profile measures the three hormone markers that definitively confirm menopause status and distinguish it from perimenopause, premature ovarian insufficiency, and other causes of missed or irregular periods.
Most women are told they are “going through menopause” based on symptoms alone. This panel gives you the actual numbers — so you know exactly where you are in the transition.
Order online, visit any Labcorp location nationwide, results in your private portal in 24 to 48 hours. No doctor visit required. HSA and FSA eligible.
Also Known As
Hormone Panel, Menopausal Hormone Levels
The Purpose of the Menopause Screening Test
Menopause is a major life change that marks the end of a woman’s reproductive life, but that can also be the beginning of a recharged, productive life. Women who prepare for the changes that come with this transition—which can range from hot flashes to mood swings—can find renewed vibrancy and spark as they move forward to the next chapter. A woman officially reaches menopause when it has been a year since her last menstrual cycle. However, the time when women reach that point can be different for everyone—menopause typically can take place between the ages of 45 and 55, and the perimenopausal time period leading up to that can take several years. A blood test for menopause is helpful because it can take away the uncertainty and help you better understand where you are at in your journey.
FSH (004309)
Estradiol (004515)
Lipid Panel with LDL/HDL Ratio (235010)
What Does the Menopause Test Measure?
The menopause screening test measures hormones that are essential to a woman’s reproductive cycle:
- Estradiol: This is the main form of estrogen in the body, and it’s crucial to the reproductive system. Normal levels can be up to 400 pg/mL before menopause, but then they drop significantly to 0 to 30 pg/mL after menopause.
- Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH): High levels of this hormone are a sign that you may be entering menopause. Generally, these levels should measure above 30 mIU/mL on a consistent basis to make a menopause diagnosis, as hormone levels can fluctuate during perimenopause.
- Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH): Menopause symptoms such as weight gain, memory lapses, irregular periods, and mood shifts are also signs of low TSH (or hypothyroidism). Measuring TSH can potentially rule out or diagnose any thyroid disorders.
Additionally, if you order the Labcorp version of this menopause test from our website, it also includes a lipid panel with LDL/HDL ratio. That’s because estrogen plays a role in maintaining healthy cholesterol levels, so low estrogen can translate into a higher risk of elevated cholesterol, which can have a negative impact on your heart health. The plaque that builds up on your blood vessel walls as a result of high cholesterol can put you in danger of heart attack or stroke.
Menopause Screening Profile — Markers and What They Mean
| Marker | Premenopausal | Perimenopause | Confirmed Menopause |
|—|—|—|—|
| FSH (Follicle-Stimulating Hormone) | 3.5–12.5 IU/L (day 3) | 12–25 IU/L (variable) | Above 30 IU/L — above 40 confirms |
| LH (Luteinizing Hormone) | 2.4–12.6 IU/L | Variable — elevated | Elevated — above 15–20 IU/L |
| Estradiol (E2) | 19–357 pg/mL (cycle-dependent) | Declining — variable | Below 30 pg/mL consistently |
| TSH (if included) | 0.4–4.0 mIU/L | 0.4–4.0 mIU/L | Thyroid symptoms overlap menopause |
How to Know If You Are in Perimenopause or Menopause
Menopause is defined as 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period. But the hormonal transition begins years before that final period — during a phase called perimenopause that can last 4 to 10 years.
During perimenopause FSH and LH become erratic — rising significantly above premenopausal levels as the pituitary works harder to stimulate ovaries that are producing less estrogen. Estradiol fluctuates unpredictably — sometimes normal, sometimes very high, then declining. This is why symptoms during perimenopause can be so variable and confusing.
What the numbers confirm: FSH above 30 IU/L drawn on two separate occasions at least 30 days apart confirms menopause with high clinical confidence. FSH above 40 IU/L is the threshold most commonly used — at this level ovarian function has essentially ceased.
Estradiol consistently below 30 pg/mL alongside elevated FSH confirms the transition is complete.
LH elevation alongside FSH confirms the pattern is from ovarian failure rather than a pituitary tumor or other central cause — both hormones rising together is the expected menopausal pattern.
Why FSH alone is not enough: A single FSH test during perimenopause can be misleading — FSH fluctuates significantly week to week during the transition. Two tests at least 30 days apart combined with estradiol give the most reliable confirmation.
Thyroid symptoms overlap menopause completely: Hot flashes, night sweats, irregular periods, mood changes, weight gain, and brain fog are caused by both thyroid dysfunction and menopause. Add a TSH to your menopause panel — or order the Healthy Female Checkup which includes both menopause markers and thyroid.
Reviewed by Edward Salko, D.O., Medical Director, Personalabs
Who Should Take a Blood Test for Menopause?
This test is advisable for any woman who wants to get a clear picture of her hormonal status and whether she is in perimenopause, menopause, or postmenopause.
Menopause Blood Test Preparation
You need to fast for 12 to 14 hours before taking the menopausal blood test.
Menopause Testing Results
If your results are within the normal ranges for menopause, and if it has been a year since your last period, you may be considered menopausal. But not all women who are menopausal have typical symptoms like hot flashes, and women who experience symptoms may not officially be in menopause yet. Your doctor may recommend further testing to see if your results over a period of time point to menopause.
Where Can I Get Blood Tests for Menopause Near Me?
It’s simple to shop for the health tests you need at Personalabs. Among our 400-plus general health tests, you’ll find a comprehensive selection of women’s health tests for every stage of your life, including menopause testing. Check to make sure you don’t require a doctor’s authorization, which will depend on the state where you live), before you get started:
Step 1: Buy your blood test for menopause and download the lab order you’ll need for your appointment.
Step 2: Visit our website and use the lab locator to find your nearest facility among our 4,000-plus Labcorp partner sites. Then just make your appointment and confirm the test instructions with the lab.
Step 3: Bring the lab order to your blood draw appointment.
Step 4: Review your test results in your private Personalabs account, usually within 2 to 10 business days after the test.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Menopause Screening Profile
What hormone levels confirm menopause?
FSH above 30 IU/L drawn on two separate occasions at least 30 days apart confirms menopause. FSH above 40 IU/L is the most widely used diagnostic threshold. Estradiol consistently below 30 pg/mL alongside elevated FSH confirms the transition is complete. A single FSH test is insufficient during perimenopause due to significant hormonal fluctuation.
What is the difference between perimenopause and menopause?
Perimenopause is the transition phase lasting 4 to 10 years before the final period — characterized by irregular cycles, variable FSH and estradiol, and worsening symptoms. Menopause is confirmed by 12 consecutive months without a period plus FSH above 30 IU/L on two tests. During perimenopause FSH is elevated but variable. After menopause FSH remains consistently elevated above 30 to 40 IU/L.
Can menopause symptoms be caused by thyroid disease?
Yes — and this is one of the most commonly missed diagnoses in women over 40. Hot flashes, night sweats, irregular periods, mood changes, weight gain, and brain fog are caused by both thyroid dysfunction and menopause. Testing TSH alongside FSH, LH, and estradiol in the same blood draw identifies whether one or both systems are contributing to symptoms.
Do I need to fast for the Menopause Screening Profile?
No fasting required. The test can be drawn at any time of day. For the most meaningful results draw on day 3 of your cycle if you are still menstruating — or anytime if cycles have become irregular or stopped. Available through Personalabs without a doctor’s visit. Results in 24 to 48 hours. HSA and FSA eligible.
Can I order this test without a doctor?
Yes. Personalabs provides the physician-approved lab order with your purchase. Order online, visit any Labcorp patient service center near you, and get results in your secure private account within 24 to 48 hours. No referral or insurance required.
