Estrogen
Also known as: Estrogen fractions (over 30 different forms of estrogen have been described; the most common forms tested are estrone [E1], estradiol [estradiol-17 beta, E2], and estriol [E3])
Formal name: Estrogen
Related tests: Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), Luteinizing hormone (LH), Progesterone, Testosterone, Triple or Quad screen, Sex hormone binding globulin
At a Glance
Why Get Tested?
To measure or monitor your estrogen levels if you are a woman who has unexplained abnormal menstrual cycles, abnormal or heavy bleeding, infertility, symptoms of menopause, or any other hormonal alterations; also used to test for fetal-placental status during early stages of pregnancy; the presence of female-like characteristics in males may require estrogen measurement as well
When to Get Tested?
When your doctor thinks that you have symptoms of a hormone imbalance, abnormal vaginal bleeding, unusual and/or early sex organ development (female), or when your doctor wants to monitor the health of your placenta and fetus during pregnancy
Sample Required?
A blood sample drawn from a vein in your arm, a 24-hour urine sample, or (in some cases) a fresh saliva sample
