This panel is designed for women who have come off of hormonal contraceptives (at least 12 weeks.) When discontinuing birth control, checking testosterone, SHBG, progesterone, estradiol, LH, and FSH is essential for understanding how the body is adjusting hormonally. These markers help assess the recovery of natural hormone production and the resumption of ovulatory cycles. Monitoring testosterone and SHBG provides insight into androgen levels and their bioavailability, which can affect overall health and libido. Measuring progesterone and estradiol is crucial for evaluating menstrual health and the balance of female sex hormones. Finally, LH and FSH levels indicate the activity of the pituitary gland, crucial for normal reproductive function.

We usually recommend LH/FSH and estradiol during early follicular phases if a menstrual cycle has resumed, but progesterone (when a primary concern) is best taken 7 days post-ovulation. Please contact us prior if you prefer two separate orders.

After order completion, a provider will submit your Lab Requisition Form to Labcorp, within 24 (business) hours. You will also be emailed a copy of your LRF to take to your nearest Labcorp with valid photo ID. Your results will be available in your Labcorp Patient Portal as soon as they become available, and we will securely email you a PDF copy. Email verification will be required, please check your spam folder.

Post-Birth Control Follow-Up

Estradiol

Progesterone

Luteinizing Hormone

Follicle-stimulating Hormone

Total Testosterone

SHBG (Sex Hormone Binding Globulin)