Female Hair Loss Blood Test in Hayes, Uxbridge & Southall

Are you experiencing excessive hair shedding, thinning hair, a widening parting, or an unexplained change in hair thickness? A blood test for hair loss might provide critical insights into what’s happening with your hair. 

Evie Health offers a comprehensive blood test for hair loss in Hayes and Uxbridge for £215. This detailed profile examines a wide range of nutritional, thyroid, hormonal, inflammatory, and general health markers that may be relevant when investigating hair loss causes.

Hair loss can have numerous potential causes. Iron deficiency and thyroid disorders are among the medical conditions that may contribute to hair loss, although this type of testing cannot identify every underlying factor.

Female Hair Loss Blood Test Package – £215

Our extensive profile includes tests covering:

- Ferritin and full iron studies

- Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, and folate

- Zinc and magnesium

- Complete thyroid function and thyroid antibodies

- Female reproductive hormones

- Testosterone and Sex Hormone Binding Globulin

- Full blood count

- Liver and kidney function

- Cholesterol levels

- Calcium and protein profile

- High-sensitivity inflammation marker

Package price: £215

Contact Evie Health to arrange your private blood test appointment.

Who May Benefit From This Blood Test?

This profile may be suitable if you are experiencing symptoms associated with hair loss causes, including:

- Excessive hair shedding

- General thinning across the scalp

- A widening centre parting

- Reduced hair density or volume

- Hair breaking or becoming noticeably weaker

- Hair loss following illness, stress, or pregnancy

- Hair changes alongside tiredness or low energy

- Hair loss with irregular or changing menstrual periods

- Hair thinning during perimenopause or menopause

- Hair loss with possible thyroid symptoms

- Hair loss with a history of low iron or vitamin deficiency

This test may also be useful before consulting your GP, dermatologist, trichologist, or other qualified healthcare professional.

What Does the Female Hair Loss Profile Include?

Iron Studies

The profile includes:

- Ferritin

- Serum Iron

- Transferrin

- Iron Binding Capacity

Ferritin helps assess the body’s stored iron. Iron deficiency anemia may cause increased hair loss, including noticing more hair falling out during brushing or washing. Iron results should be interpreted together rather than relying on one marker alone.

Vitamins and Minerals

The profile checks:

- Vitamin D 25(OH)

- Vitamin B12

- Serum Folate — Vitamin B9

- Zinc

- Magnesium

- Calcium

- Corrected Calcium

- Albumin

These tests provide information about several nutrients and minerals essential for normal body function. Abnormal results do not necessarily confirm the cause of hair loss and should be assessed alongside symptoms, diet, medical history, and any medication or supplements being taken.

Complete Thyroid Profile

The thyroid profile includes:

- Thyroid Stimulating Hormone — TSH

- Free T3

- Free Thyroxine — Free T4

- Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies — TPO antibodies

- Thyroglobulin Antibodies

Both underactive and overactive thyroid conditions can lead to hair thinning or hair loss. Thyroid blood testing helps determine if the thyroid is functioning normally and whether thyroid antibodies are present.

Female Hormone Profile

The hormone profile includes:

- Oestradiol

- Luteinising Hormone — LH

- Follicle Stimulating Hormone — FSH

- Prolactin

- Progesterone

- Testosterone

- Sex Hormone Binding Globulin — SHBG

Hormonal changes can affect the hair-growth cycle. This section may be particularly relevant for women experiencing hair loss alongside:

- Irregular periods

- Changes in menstrual frequency

- Acne

- Increased facial or body hair

- Fertility concerns

- Perimenopause or menopause symptoms

- Signs of a possible hormone imbalance

The best time to measure certain female hormones may depend on your menstrual cycle and the reason for testing. Please inform us about your cycle, hormonal contraception, hormone replacement therapy, fertility medication, or pregnancy before booking.

Full Blood Count

The profile includes:

- Haemoglobin

- Red Blood Cell Count

- RDW

- Haematocrit

- MCV

- MCH

- MCHC

- Platelets

- MPV

- White Blood Cell Count

- Neutrophils

- Lymphocytes

- Monocytes

- Eosinophils

- Basophils

A full blood count provides information about red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. It may help identify findings such as anemia that require further clinical assessment.

Kidney Function and Electrolytes

The profile checks:

- Urea

- Creatinine

- Sodium

- Potassium

These markers provide information about kidney function, hydration, and electrolyte balance.

Liver and Protein Profile

The profile includes:

- Total Protein

- Albumin

- Globulin

- Alkaline Phosphatase

- Total Bilirubin

- ALT/GPT

- AST/GOT

- Gamma GT

These tests assess several markers associated with liver function and protein balance.

Cholesterol Profile

The profile checks:

- Total Cholesterol

- Triglycerides

- HDL Cholesterol

- LDL Cholesterol

- Total Cholesterol-to-HDL Ratio

- HDL Percentage of Total Cholesterol

Although cholesterol testing does not diagnose hair loss causes, it provides valuable information about overall cardiovascular and metabolic health.

Inflammation Marker

The profile includes:

- High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein — hs-CRP

An hs-CRP result may indicate inflammation, but it is not specific to one condition. An abnormal result might require further medical investigation.

Why Choose Evie Health?

Evie Health offers convenient and confidential private blood testing for patients throughout West London.

Our service includes:

- A comprehensive female hair loss profile

- Professional blood sample collection

- Private and confidential appointments

- No GP referral required

- Clear information before testing

- Laboratory analysis

- Electronic laboratory reports

- Convenient local appointments

- Support from trained healthcare professionals

Preparing for Your Blood Test

Please inform us before your appointment if you:

- Are pregnant or may be pregnant

- Are taking hormonal contraception

- Use hormone replacement therapy

- Are receiving fertility treatment

- Take thyroid medication

- Take iron, biotin, zinc, or vitamin supplements

- Are using testosterone or other hormonal medication

- Have irregular menstrual periods

- Have recently experienced a serious illness, operation, or pregnancy

High-dose biotin supplements may interfere with certain laboratory tests. Do not stop prescribed medication unless advised by your doctor or another qualified healthcare professional.

Fasting is usually not necessary for most of this profile. However, fasting may be recommended for accurate triglyceride assessments. Preparation instructions will be provided with your appointment confirmation.

When Should Female Hormones Be Tested?

The timing of testing may depend on your symptoms and the purpose of the test.

For example:

- FSH, LH, and oestradiol are sometimes requested at the beginning of the menstrual cycle.

- Progesterone is typically most informative during the luteal phase, around seven days before the expected next period.

- Women with irregular periods, no periods, menopause symptoms, or undergoing hormonal treatment may require different timing.

Testing on the wrong day may not invalidate the results, but it can affect interpretation. Contact Evie Health before booking if you are uncertain.

Understanding Your Results

Your laboratory report will illustrate your results and reference ranges.

A blood test may highlight abnormalities that warrant further examination, but it cannot diagnose all causes of female hair loss. Factors such as genetics, autoimmune conditions, scalp disorders, medication, emotional or physical stress, recent illness, pregnancy, rapid weight loss, or damage from hairstyles and chemical treatments may contribute to hair loss.

Therefore, results should be reviewed in conjunction with your symptoms, medical history, menstrual history, and a scalp examination.

Please share any abnormal results with your GP or another qualified healthcare professional and seek prompt medical attention for sudden hair loss, bald patches, scalp pain, redness, scaling, scarring, unexplained weight loss, or any other concerning symptoms.

Private Female Hair Loss Testing Near You

Evie Health welcomes patients seeking private female hair loss blood testing in:

- Hayes

- Uxbridge

- West Drayton

- Yiewsley

- Hillingdon

- Southall

- Iver

- Cowley

- Harlington

- Harmondsworth

- Northolt

- Ruislip

- Heathrow and surrounding West London areas

Book Your Female Hair Loss Blood Test

Explore the nutritional, thyroid, hormonal, and general health factors that may be relevant to your hair loss. 

Female Hair Loss Blood Test Profile: £215

Contact Evie Health today to arrange your private appointment.

Call: 020 8178 7184

Website: www.eviehealth.co.uk

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this blood test diagnose the cause of my hair loss? 

The profile may identify abnormal nutritional, thyroid, hormonal, inflammatory, or general health markers. However, it cannot diagnose all potential causes of hair loss. Clinical assessment by a GP, dermatologist, or another qualified professional may still be necessary.

Does the test include ferritin? 

Yes, the package includes ferritin, serum iron, transferrin, and iron binding capacity.

Does it include thyroid antibodies? 

Yes, it includes Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies and Thyroglobulin Antibodies, as well as TSH, Free T3, and Free T4.

Does the package include female hormones? 

Yes, it includes oestradiol, LH, FSH, prolactin, progesterone, testosterone, and SHBG.

Does the test include zinc and Vitamin D? 

Yes, zinc and Vitamin D 25(OH) are included, alongside Vitamin B12, folate, magnesium, and calcium.

Do I need a GP referral? 

No GP referral is necessary to book the private blood test. However, any abnormal results should be discussed with your GP or another qualified healthcare professional.

Do I need to fast? 

Fasting is typically not required for most tests included. We may recommend fasting if triglyceride measurement is crucial.

Can I take my normal medication? 

Continue taking prescribed medication unless instructed otherwise by your doctor. Please inform Evie Health about all medicines, supplements, and hormonal treatments prior to your appointment.

Is this test suitable during pregnancy? 

Some tests and reference ranges may be affected by pregnancy. Please let us know if you are pregnant or may become pregnant, so that appropriate advice can be provided before testing.

Evie Health provides private blood sampling and laboratory testing. This service is not a substitute for an examination, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP, dermatologist, or another qualified healthcare professional.