Progesterone (Ovulation) Blood Test
Vitamin D Blood Test
A progesterone blood test measures the level of progesterone in your blood to help confirm whether ovulation has occurred. It is commonly used as part of fertility investigations and menstrual cycle assessments. Your test is carried out on-site at The Pharmacy Bebington, with results delivered to your email within 30 minutes of sample collection.
Price Of The Progesterone Blood Test
Progesterone testing is priced at Ā£39.00. This includes in-pharmacy sample collection and rapid testing to support ovulation confirmation and fertility hormone assessment.
Price Ā£39.00
About The Progesterone Blood Test
Progesterone is a hormone produced by the ovaries after ovulation. It plays an essential role in regulating the menstrual cycle and preparing the womb lining for a possible pregnancy.
If ovulation does not occur, progesterone levels remain low. Measuring progesterone can therefore help confirm whether your body has released an egg during that cycle.
What the Progesterone Blood Test Measures
This test measures the level of progesterone in your blood.
Progesterone rises after ovulation during the second half of the menstrual cycle (the luteal phase). Its main roles include:
- Preparing the womb lining for implantation
- Supporting early pregnancy
- Regulating the menstrual cycle
A Day 21 progesterone test is commonly used to confirm ovulation in women with a regular 28-day cycle. If your cycle is longer or shorter, the test is usually taken around 7 days before your next expected period.
This ovulation blood test does not diagnose infertility on its own, but it assesses whether ovulation is occurring normally as part of a fertility hormone test.
Thyroid Health
- Haemoglobin
- Haematocrit
- Mean Cell Haemoglobin
- Mean Cell Haemoglobin Concentration (MCHC)
- Mean Cell Volume
- Red Blood Cell Count
- Basophil Count
- Eosinophil Count
- Lymphocyte Count
- Monocyte Count
- Neutrophil Count
- White Blood Cell Count
- Platelet Count
Full Blood Count
- Total Cholesterol
- LDL Cholesterol
- HDL Cholesterol
- Total Cholesterol / HDL Cholesterol Ratio
- Triglycerides
Liver Health
- Alkaline Phosphatase
- Alanine Aminotransferase
- Aspartate Transferase
- Gamma-glutamyl Transferase
- Total Bilirubin
- Albumin
Why You Might Need The Progesterone Blood Test
You may benefit from a progesterone test if you:
- Are trying to conceive
- Have irregular menstrual cycles
- Have difficulty confirming ovulation
- Are undergoing fertility investigations
- Experience unexplained abnormal bleeding
- Confirming ovulation is an important step in understanding fertility. If progesterone levels remain low at the expected time, this may indicate that ovulation has not occurred during that cycle.
- Testing provides practical information that can guide further discussions and appropriate next steps.
Preparation Requirements for Progesterone Blood Test
- No fasting is required.
- The timing of the test is important.
- For a typical 28-day cycle, testing is usually done on day 21.
- For irregular cycles, the test is generally taken 7 days before your expected period.
If you are unsure about timing, our pharmacist can advise you before booking.
Turnaround Time for ResultsĀ
Your sample is analysed in the pharmacy, and your results are sent to you by email within 15 minutes of completing the test.
Understanding Your Test ResultsĀ
Progesterone results are reported in nmol/L (nanomoles per litre).
Progesterone Status
Progesterone Level (nmol/L)
What This Means
Low / Pre-Ovulation
Less than 3 nmol/L (less than 1 ng/mL)
Typical before ovulation. If taken at the correct time in your cycle, this may suggest ovulation has not yet occurred.
Borderline
3ā15 nmol/L (1ā5 ng/mL)
May indicate early or developing ovulation. Repeat testing or cycle tracking may be advised depending on timing.
Ovulation Confirmed
More than 15 nmol/L (more than 5 ng/mL)
Levels consistent with ovulation during the luteal phase. Higher levels suggest normal progesterone production after egg release.
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Vitamin D Level (nmol/L / ng/mL)
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What This Means
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Defficient
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Less than 50 nmol/L (less than 20 ng/mL)
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Indicates a significant lack of vitamin D, which may lead to bone weakness, fatigue, and reduced immunity. Supplementation and lifestyle changes are usually recommended, with retesting after around 3 months.
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Insufficient
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50ā75 nmol/L
(20ā30 ng/mL)
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Indicates vitamin D levels are below optimal. Moderate supplementation, dietary changes, and safe sun exposure may be advised. Retesting is often suggested after around 6 months.
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Sufficient
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Above 75 nmol/L
(above 30 ng/mL)
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Indicates healthy vitamin D levels that support bone strength and immune health. Maintaining levels through diet, supplements if needed, and regular sunlight exposure is recommended, with annual monitoring.
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Progesterone levels vary depending on cycle timing. For accurate interpretation, results should always be considered alongside the day of your menstrual cycle.
Progesterone Testing at The Pharmacy Bebington
We provide private Progesterone (Ovulation) blood tests in Bebington to confirm whether ovulation has occurred. We also conveniently serve residents from New Ferry, Birkenhead, Bromborough, Wallasey, and Heswall.
Whether you are tracking ovulation, undergoing fertility investigations, or seeking reassurance about your cycle, our progesterone blood test is performed by trained professionals in a confidential setting with fast, reliable results.