Progesterone Test
Progesterone is a vital reproductive hormone that plays an essential role in the menstrual cycle, fertility, pregnancy, and overall hormonal balance. The ICare Progesterone Test measures the level of progesterone in your blood, providing valuable insight into ovulation, reproductive health, and hormone function.
Whether you're trying to conceive, evaluating irregular menstrual cycles, monitoring pregnancy, investigating menopausal symptoms, or assessing hormone replacement therapy (HRT), progesterone testing can help you and your healthcare provider better understand your hormonal health and make informed decisions about your care.
With ICare's concierge mobile laboratory services, advanced hormone testing is delivered directly to your home, office, or preferred location, providing exceptional convenience without compromising quality.
What Does This Test Measure?
The Progesterone Test measures the amount of progesterone circulating in your bloodstream.
Progesterone is primarily produced by the ovaries after ovulation and, during pregnancy, by the placenta. It plays an essential role in:
Regulating the menstrual cycle
Preparing the uterus for pregnancy
Supporting early pregnancy
Maintaining pregnancy
Balancing reproductive hormones
Abnormal progesterone levels may be associated with:
Ovulatory disorders
Infertility
Irregular menstrual cycles
Perimenopause and menopause
Certain ovarian conditions
Pregnancy-related concerns
Because progesterone levels naturally fluctuate throughout the menstrual cycle, the timing of testing is important for accurate interpretation.
Who Should Consider This Test?
The Progesterone Test may be beneficial for individuals who:
Are trying to conceive
Want to confirm ovulation
Have irregular or absent menstrual cycles
Experience infertility or recurrent pregnancy loss
Are monitoring early pregnancy (as recommended by their healthcare provider)
Are receiving fertility treatments
Are using hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
Are experiencing symptoms of perimenopause or menopause
Want a comprehensive evaluation of their reproductive hormone health
Your healthcare provider may also recommend progesterone testing as part of a broader fertility or hormone assessment.
Why Is It Important?
Results help your healthcare provider assess your health, support diagnosis, monitor treatment, and guide personalized care.
Preparation
This test should be taken 7 days before the start of your next menstrual period (example: 21 days into a 28-day cycle)
Turnaround
1-3 Business Days
Sample Type
Blood
What's Included
Physician Order
We provide the necessary doctor's order for this test.
Lab Fees
All laboratory processing fees are included in the price.
Digital Results
Secure, easy-to-read results delivered to your portal.
Important Information
How It Works
Book Online
Choose your test and checkout securely. We'll generate the order.
We Come to You
Schedule a mobile phlebotomist to visit your home or office.
Get Results
Receive your physician-reviewed results online in days.