Description

Investigate the root causes of painful periods with a comprehensive hormone and inflammation panel.

This comprehensive blood panel is designed to help uncover the underlying causes of moderate to severe menstrual cramps. It evaluates a combination of hormone levels, iron status, inflammation, and clotting function — all of which can contribute to painful or heavy periods.

Menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea) may be related to hormonal imbalance, excessive bleeding, inflammation, or conditions like endometriosis, PCOS, or coagulation disorders. This panel offers a detailed snapshot of your reproductive and metabolic health to support informed care and treatment decisions.

Who Should Get This Test?

This panel is ideal for individuals who:

  • Experience severe or debilitating menstrual cramps
  • Have heavy or prolonged periods
  • Suspect a hormonal imbalance such as PCOS or estrogen dominance
  • Have irregular menstrual cycles
  • Experience fatigue, dizziness, or weakness during menstruation
  • Have a personal or family history of bleeding disorders
  • Are being evaluated for endometriosis or fibroids
  • Want a baseline hormone assessment for menstrual health

How This Test Can Help

  • Identify hormone imbalances contributing to uterine muscle contractions and inflammation
  • Detect iron deficiency anemia caused by heavy bleeding
  • Uncover inflammatory markers that may signal chronic pelvic conditions
  • Assess clotting function in those with abnormal bleeding patterns
  • Provide valuable information for your OB-GYN, fertility specialist, or primary care provider

Biomarkers Included

Hormones

  • Prolactin – Elevated prolactin can interfere with ovulation and cause irregular or painful periods.
  • Estradiol (E2) – The primary form of estrogen; high or low levels can affect the uterine lining and pain severity.
  • Testosterone – Excess testosterone is common in PCOS and can disrupt menstrual regularity.
  • LH (Luteinizing Hormone) – Important for ovulation; abnormal levels may point to PCOS or other hormone imbalances.
  • FSH (Follicle-Stimulating Hormone) – Assesses ovarian function and hormone production.

Iron & Inflammation

  • Ferritin – A measure of stored iron; low levels are common with heavy menstrual bleeding and may worsen fatigue.
  • ESR (Sedimentation Rate) – A general inflammation marker; often elevated in chronic inflammatory conditions such as endometriosis.

Clotting Function

  • PT (Prothrombin Time) – Measures blood clotting ability; prolonged PT may indicate bleeding disorders.
  • PTT (Partial Thromboplastin Time) – Assesses additional clotting pathways to identify hidden bleeding risks.

Specimen Type

  • Blood Draw