Description

The Menopausal Hair Loss Panel is designed to evaluate hormone levels that can contribute to thinning hair, excessive shedding, or changes in hair texture during the menopausal transition. Hormonal fluctuations around menopause can disrupt the natural hair growth cycle, and this panel provides a clear picture of key androgen, pituitary, and reproductive hormones that may be influencing scalp and hair follicle health.

By identifying imbalances, this panel helps guide targeted strategies to restore hormonal balance, improve hair density, and support overall wellness during menopause.

Biomarkers Included:

  • Androstenedione – A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands and ovaries. Serves as a precursor to testosterone and estrogen. Elevated levels can contribute to androgen-related hair thinning, while low levels may be associated with reduced hormonal support for hair growth.
  • DHEA (Dehydroepiandrosterone) – An adrenal androgen that supports estrogen and testosterone production. Low DHEA may be linked to reduced hair growth and vitality, while high levels may contribute to androgenic hair loss patterns.
  • FSH (Follicle-Stimulating Hormone) – Produced by the pituitary gland to stimulate ovarian function. Elevated FSH is a hallmark of menopause and reflects decreased estrogen production, which can affect hair growth cycles.
  • LH (Luteinizing Hormone) – Works alongside FSH to regulate reproductive hormones. Menopausal changes in LH can impact estrogen and testosterone balance, indirectly influencing hair health.
  • Prolactin – A pituitary hormone that, when elevated, can disrupt ovulatory cycles and contribute to hormonal hair loss.
  • Testosterone – A key androgen that, in excess, can contribute to thinning hair, especially at the crown and hairline. Balanced levels help maintain hair strength and density.

Wellness Connection:

Hair loss in menopause often has multiple contributing factors, including a drop in estrogen, a shift in androgen balance, and adrenal hormone changes. This panel offers an integrated view of these influences, helping to differentiate between androgenic hair loss, stress-related shedding, or hormone deficiency patterns. With targeted support—whether through lifestyle changes, supplementation, or medical treatment—many women can improve hair retention and scalp health.