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Which women’s blood test you should book depends on the question you want answered, not on price or the number of markers. For a general health baseline (thyroid, iron, B12 and folate, cholesterol, blood sugar, liver and kidney), choose the Women’s Health MOT (£155). For hormone questions only, choose the Female Hormone Blood Test (£65). For reproductive hormones plus a general panel from one sample, choose Ultimate Women’s Health (£175). As currently listed, Ultimate does not include B12 or folate, which the MOT does.
| Female Hormone Blood Test | Women’s Health MOT | Ultimate Women’s Health | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £65 | £155 | £175 |
| Main purpose | A snapshot of hormones linked to your cycle, fertility, mood and energy | A general health baseline | Reproductive hormones and a general health panel in one draw |
| Reproductive hormones | Yes. This is the test’s sole focus (see the product page) | None listed | FSH, LH, oestradiol, progesterone, prolactin, SHBG |
| Thyroid, ferritin, full blood count | Not described as part of this test | Yes, including thyroid antibodies | Yes, including thyroid antibodies |
| Vitamin B12 and folate | Not described as part of this test | Yes | Not listed |
| Vitamin D, bone, cholesterol, HbA1c, liver, kidney, CRP, CA-125 | Not described as part of this test | Yes | Yes |
| Collection | Clinic visit, home visit (Essex only) or kit only (venous blood collection). Check your basket total before you pay. | ||
Your question is about hormones and you don’t need a wider health check. People typically book it for irregular or changing periods, symptoms they think may be linked to perimenopause, persistent acne or unwanted hair growth, or hormone questions while planning a pregnancy. It is the lowest-cost option and gives a snapshot of your hormone levels on the day of your sample, which you can discuss with your GP or a specialist. It can’t diagnose PCOS, menopause or infertility on its own.
It may be unnecessary if you’re 45 or over with typical menopause symptoms. NICE says menopause can usually be identified from symptoms without blood tests. Read what blood tests can and can’t tell you about perimenopause. For ovarian reserve, the right test is the separate AMH blood test.
Book the Female Hormone Blood Test – £65
You want a broad picture of your general health. It covers thyroid and thyroid antibodies, ferritin, full blood count, vitamin B12 and folate, vitamin D and bone markers, cholesterol, HbA1c, liver, kidney and CRP. That makes it the more relevant panel if tiredness is your main concern. See the best blood tests for fatigue. Its component list includes no reproductive hormones. The product page lists results for the complete panel in 1–2 working days.
Book the Women’s Health MOT – £155
You want reproductive hormones and a general panel from one blood draw. For £20 more than the MOT, it adds FSH, LH, oestradiol, progesterone, prolactin and SHBG. Bear two things in mind. First, B12 and folate are not listed, so it isn’t the obvious choice for fatigue. Second, one draw can’t be perfectly timed for every hormone. The NHS times progesterone checks by how regular your periods are, while other hormones are often checked early in the cycle.
Book Ultimate Women’s Health – £175
None of these tests diagnoses a condition on its own. None replaces cervical screening. None is a way to screen for ovarian cancer. The MOT and Ultimate include CA-125, but a raised result has many non-cancer causes and a normal one doesn’t rule cancer out. If you have symptoms such as persistent bloating, see your GP.
The NHS advises seeing your GP after a year of trying, or sooner if you’re 36 or over or have another concern. A private test can give a snapshot, but it can’t diagnose infertility. If you’re planning a pregnancy, the pre-conception blood test may suit you better.
Tell the Swift team about your cycle when you book and follow the preparation instructions you’re given. Timing affects how some hormones are interpreted, so an irregular cycle is worth mentioning, not a reason to guess.
Not on its own. Hormone levels fluctuate a lot during perimenopause, so a single result can look normal. From 45, NICE says diagnosis is usually based on symptoms.
It includes thyroid hormones but lists no reproductive hormones. For reproductive hormones, choose the Female Hormone Blood Test or Ultimate Women’s Health.
No. It costs more and adds reproductive hormones, but B12 and folate are not listed. For general health or tiredness, the MOT may be more relevant. For hormone questions alone, the £65 Female Hormone test may be enough.
You receive your results once laboratory testing is complete. Discuss anything unexpected with your GP or specialist. If you take contraception or HRT, tell the team before testing, as these can affect hormone results.
Not sure which to choose? Female Hormone – £65 · Women’s Health MOT – £155 · Ultimate Women’s Health – £175 · or call 01277 652067
