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What is FSH?
Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) is one of the hormones associated with the development and regulation of the female reproductive system. In women, FSH is responsible for maintaining menstrual cycles and the growth of ovarian follicles which produce oestrogen and progesterone in the ovaries. Progesterone’s most important function is to prepare the uterus to receive a fertilised egg. In men FSH is important for the development of the reproductive glands and has a role in the production of sperm.
A lack of FSH in the body will lead to menstrual irregularities in women and lower sperm production in men. A lower than normal level of FSH may cause delayed puberty in boys and girls of that age and a higher than normal level will conversely lead to the onset of precocious (early) puberty.
Why should I consider an FSH test?
The Better2Know FSH home test could help both men and women to identify potential fertility issues such as ovarian or sperm production failure. In the case of irregular periods, an FSH home test could also help to rule out ovarian failure or the onset of the menopause.
What is the Better2Know home testing process?
The Better2Know home testing kit will arrive packaged in a discrete plain envelope. Your FSH home test uses a single blood sample for quick, efficient analysis. Your kit will contain a free-to-use envelope, a pathology form, sample collection guide, three finger prick lancets, a gold-topped collection tube and wipes. Please follow the sample collection instructions carefully. After you have taken your blood sample, please use the postage paid return envelope to send it to Better2Know's UK-based laboratory.
When will my home testing kit arrive?
Orders that are made before 4pm, Monday to Friday, will be dispatched on the same day.
How will I receive my test results?
You will receive your results just one working day after your sample has arrived at our lab. Better2Know's experienced advisors will contact you by email as soon as your results are available. You can also use our secure patient area on the Better2Know website to view your confidential results at any time. Your log in details will be provided as soon as we have processed your order.
What should I do with my results?
If your results show abnormal levels of FSH, you should seek medical advice. Better2Know can organise a private consultation with one of our many doctors nationwide. Your doctor will discuss your results in more detail and suggest suitable treatment options.
How can I order my home test?
To order your FSH home testing kit from Better2Know today, you can call our trained Patient Services team on the number above. They will answer additional questions and process your order.
Alternatively click on the ‘Add to Cart’ button to proceed to the checkout page and confirm your order online now.