Progesterone Test

Progesterone Test

Measure progesterone, an essential hormone for your reproductive cycle, on day 21 of a 28-day cycle (when levels typically peak) to help you understand if and when youre ovulating. Read more
Test details

Sample type:
Blood
Preparation:
This test should be taken 21 days into a 28-day cycle (or 7 days before the start of your next menstrual period) when progesterone levels should be elevated. Day 1 of your cycle is the day that your menstrual period begins. You do not need to do anything special to prepare for the sample collection. Fasting is not required for this test.
Test type: In Person
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$89.00
+ $6.00 Physician Service Fee
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What
What
The Progesterone Test measures the level of progesterone on day 21 of your cycle to determine if you’re ovulating. It may also help detect fertility problems.
Who
Who
Must be 18+ years of age to purchase.
How
How
Blood
Schedule an appointment, then visit a Quest Diagnostics patient service center location.
About the Test
The Progesterone Test measures the level of progesterone in your blood during the part of your cycle after ovulation should have occurred, for example, day 21 of a 28-day cycle. A higher level may mean ovulation was successful. A lower level may point to potential fertility issues.

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