Hormone Testing in Perimenopause

Today we answer the most common questions about hormone testing, and the questions you need to get answered but might not know to ask. We talk about: Where in your cycle testing will be most reliable, and what to do when you don't have a regular cycle. Why there is value in getting tested before starting any hormone therapy, even when you don't have a period. The importance of working with a hormone literate doctor that can order and interpret the labs from a perspective of optimal vs optimal, rather than disease vs within normal limits. Whether liver function, blood sugar, cholesterol, and other markers should be monitored more closely or frequently as hormones that impact them start to change. Testing that isn't standard that should be to help take clear and correct preventative action for things like osteoporosis and heart disease. The uses and value of blood vs. saliva vs. urine testing for hormones. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Hormones and Testing Basics 05:14 Navigating Perimenopause and Hormonal Changes 10:33 The Importance of Comprehensive Testing 15:58 Evaluating Hormone Testing Methods 26:31 Addressing Hormonal Imbalances and Treatment Options 32:13 riverside_outro__ nov 09, 2025 002_messy_midlife podca.mp4