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Fertility & Reproductive Health - Essential Female Lab Panel

The Fertility & Reproductive Health Essential Female Lab Panel includes 10 tests and 46 biomarkers to support a focused review of ovarian reserve, ovulation-related hormones, reproductive hormone balance, thyroid function, nutrient status, blood health, and fertility wellness. It includes AMH, estradiol, FSH/LH, progesterone, prolactin, TSH, Free T4, vitamin D, B12, folate, and CBC to support provider-guided fertility and reproductive health discussions.

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Fertility Panel, Reproductive Health Panel, Fertility Panel, Preconception Panel, Fertility Readiness Panel, Hormone Fertility Panel, Trying to Conceive Panel, Pregnancy Planning Panel, Reproductive Wellness Panel

The following is a list of what is included in the item above. Click the test(s) below to view what biomarkers are measured along with an explanation of what the biomarker is measuring.

ANTI-MULLERIAN HORMONE

Also known as: CBC, CBC includes Differential and Platelets, CBC/PLT w/DIFF, Complete Blood Count (includes Differential and Platelets)

NOTE: Ulta Lab Tests provides CBC test results from Quest Diagnostics as they are reported. Often, different biomarker results are made available at different time intervals. When reporting the results, Ulta Lab Tests denotes those biomarkers not yet reported as 'pending' for every biomarker the test might report. Only biomarkers Quest Diagnostics observes are incorporated and represented in the final CBC test results provided by Ulta Lab Tests.

Absolute Band Neutrophils (Only Reported If Detected)

Immature forms of neutrophils are called neutrophilic band cells. Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that is responsible for much of the body's protection against infection. Neutrophils are produced in the bone marrow and released into the bloodstream to travel to wherever they are needed. Large numbers of immature forms of neutrophils, called neutrophilic band cells, are produced by the bone marrow when the demand is high.

Absolute Basophils

Basophils normally constitute 1% or less of the total white blood cell count but may increase or decrease in certain diseases and are thought to be involved in allergic reactions.

Absolute Blasts (Only Reported If Detected)

Blasts are immature forms of white blood cells.

Absolute Eosinophils

Eosinophils (eos) respond to infections caused by parasites and play a role in allergic reactions (hypersensitivities)

Absolute Lymphocytes

Lymphocytes are white blood cells that exist in both the blood and the lymphatic system. They are divided into three types. The B lymphocytes (B cells) are antibody-producing cells that are essential for acquired, antigen-specific immune responses. The second type are T lymphocytes (T cells) some T cells help the body distinguish between "self" and "non-self" antigens while others initiate and control the extent of an immune response, boosting it as needed and then slowing it as the condition resolves. Other types of T cells directly attack and neutralize virus-infected or cancerous cells. The third type are natural killer cells (NK cells) that directly attack and kill abnormal cells such as cancer cells or those infected with a virus.

Absolute Metamyelocytes (Only Reported If Detected)

Metamyelocytes are immature forms of white blood cells.

Absolute Monocytes

Monocytes (mono), similar to neutrophils, move to an area of infection and engulf and destroy bacteria. They are associated more often with chronic rather than acute infections. They are also involved in tissue repair and other functions involving the immune system.

Absolute Myelocytes (Only Reported If Detected)

Myelocytes are immature forms of white blood cells.

Absolute Neutrophils

Neutrophils (neu) normally make up the largest number of circulating WBCs. They move into an area of damaged or infected tissue, where they engulf and destroy bacteria or sometimes fungi. Young neutrophils, recently released into circulation, are called bands.

Absolute Nucleated Rbc (Only Reported If Detected)

Nucleated Red Blood Cells (nRBC) ) the presence of NRBCs in the adult blood is usually associated with malignant neoplasms, bone marrow diseases, and other serious disorders.

Absolute Promyelocytes (Only Reported If Detected)

Promyelocytes are immature forms of white blood cells.

Band Neutrophils (Only Reported If Detected)

Immature forms of neutrophils are called neutrophilic band cells. Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that is responsible for much of the body's protection against infection. Neutrophils are produced in the bone marrow and released into the bloodstream to travel to wherever they are needed. Large numbers of immature forms of neutrophils, called neutrophilic band cells, are produced by the bone marrow when the demand is high.

Basophils

Basophils normally constitute 1% or less of the total white blood cell count but may increase or decrease in certain diseases and are thought to be involved in allergic reactions.

Blasts (Only Reported If Detected)

Blasts are immature forms of white blood cells.

Eosinophils

Eosinophils are specialized white blood cells produced in the bone marrow and released into the bloodstream, where they normally make up only 0–6 % of circulating leukocytes. Their cytoplasm is packed with reddish‑orange granules that contain potent enzymes (e.g., major basic protein, eosinophil cationic protein) and inflammatory mediators. When the immune system detects large, multicellular invaders—such as helminth (worm) parasites—eosinophils migrate out of the blood and surround the pathogen, releasing these granule contents to damage the parasite’s outer surface and aid its destruction. Beyond parasite defense, eosinophils act as key orchestras of the allergic response. They accumulate in tissues exposed to allergens (airways in asthma, skin in eczema, GI tract in eosinophilic esophagitis) and secrete cytokines and lipid mediators that amplify inflammation, recruit additional immune cells, and contribute to symptoms like swelling, mucus production, and itching. Because of this pro‑inflammatory role, persistently elevated eosinophil counts—termed eosinophilia—can signal allergic disorders, drug hypersensitivity, or certain autoimmune and malignant conditions. Conversely, counts drop toward zero after glucocorticoid therapy or in acute stress states, reflecting the cells’ sensitivity to hormonal and immune regulation.

Hematocrit

Hematocrit is a blood test that measures the percentage of the volume of whole blood that is made up of red blood cells. This measurement depends on the number of red blood cells and the size of red blood cells.

Hemoglobin

Serum hemoglobin is a blood test that measures the level of free hemoglobin in the liquid part of the blood (the serum). Free hemoglobin is the hemoglobin outside of the red blood cells. Most of the hemoglobin is found inside the red blood cells, not in the serum.

Lymphocytes

Lymphocytes are white blood cells that exist in both the blood and the lymphatic system. They are divided into three types. The B lymphocytes (B cells) are antibody-producing cells that are essential for acquired, antigen-specific immune responses. The second type are T lymphocytes (T cells) some T cells help the body distinguish between "self" and "non-self" antigens while others initiate and control the extent of an immune response, boosting it as needed and then slowing it as the condition resolves. Other types of T cells directly attack and neutralize virus-infected or cancerous cells. The third type are natural killer cells (NK cells) that directly attack and kill abnormal cells such as cancer cells or those infected with a virus.

MCH

Mean corpuscular hemoglobin (MCH) is a calculation of the average amount of oxygen-carrying hemoglobin inside a red blood cell.

MCHC

Mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration (MCHC) is a calculation of the average percentage of hemoglobin inside a red cell.

MCV

Mean corpuscular volume (MCV) is a measurement of the average size of RBCs.

Metamyelocytes (Only Reported If Detected)

Metamyelocytes are immature forms of white blood cells.

Monocytes

Monocytes (mono), similar to neutrophils, move to an area of infection and engulf and destroy bacteria. They are associated more often with chronic rather than acute infections. They are also involved in tissue repair and other functions involving the immune system.

MPV

Mean Platelet Volume (MPV) - When it indicates average size of platelets are small; older platelets are generally smaller than younger ones and a low MPV may mean that a condition is affecting the production of platelets by the bone marrow. When it indicates a high number of larger, younger platelets in the blood; this may be due to the bone marrow producing and releasing platelets rapidly into circulation.

Myelocytes (Only Reported If Detected)

Myelocytes are immature forms of white blood cells.

Neutrophils

Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that is responsible for much of the body's protection against infection. Neutrophils are produced in the bone marrow and released into the bloodstream to travel to wherever they are needed.

Nucleated Rbc (Only Reported If Detected)

Nucleated Red Blood Cells (nRBC) ) the presence of NRBCs in the adult blood is usually associated with malignant neoplasms, bone marrow diseases, and other serious disorders.

Platelet Count

A platelet count is a test to measure how many platelets you have in your blood. Platelets help the blood clot. They are smaller than red or white blood cells.

Promyelocytes (Only Reported If Detected)

Promyelocytes are immature forms of white blood cells.

RDW

Red cell distribution width (RDW), which may be included in a CBC, is a calculation of the variation in the size of RBCs.

Reactive Lymphocytes (Only Reported If Detected)

Lymphocytes are white blood cells that exist in both the blood and the lymphatic system. They are divided into three types. The B lymphocytes (B cells) are antibody-producing cells that are essential for acquired, antigen-specific immune responses. The second type are T lymphocytes (T cells) some T cells help the body distinguish between "self" and "non-self" antigens while others initiate and control the extent of an immune response, boosting it as needed and then slowing it as the condition resolves. Other types of T cells directly attack and neutralize virus-infected or cancerous cells. The third type are natural killer cells (NK cells) that directly attack and kill abnormal cells such as cancer cells or those infected with a virus.

Red Blood Cell Count

An RBC count is a blood test that tells how many red blood cells (RBCs) you have. RBCs contain hemoglobin, which carries oxygen. How much oxygen your body tissues get depends on how many RBCs you have and how well they work.

White Blood Cell Count

A WBC count is a test to measure the number of white blood cells (WBCs) in the blood. WBCs help fight infections. They are also called leukocytes. There are five major types of white blood cells: basophils, eosinophils, lymphocytes (T cells and B cells), monocytes and neutrophils

Estradiol

Estradiol (estradiol-17 beta, E2) is part of an estrogen that is a group of steroids that regulate the menstrual cycle and function as the main female sex hormones. Estrogens are responsible for the development of female sex organs and secondary sex characteristics and are tied to the menstrual cycle and pregnancy. They are considered the main sex hormones in women and are present in small quantities in men. Estradiol (E2) is the predominant form of estrogen and is produced primarily in the ovaries with additional amounts produced by the adrenal glands in women and in the testes and adrenal glands in men. Estradiol levels are used in evaluating ovarian function. Estradiol levels are increased in cases of early (precocious) puberty in girls and gynecomastia in men. Its main use has been in the differential diagnosis of amenorrhea – for example, to determine whether the cause is menopause, pregnancy, or a medical problem. In assisted reproductive technology (ART), serial measurements are used to monitor follicle development in the ovary in the days prior to in vitro fertilization. Estradiol is also sometimes used to monitor menopausal hormone replacement therapy.

Also known as: Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) and Luteinizing Hormone (LH), Follicle Stimulating Hormone and Luteinizing Hormone

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Also known as: Progesterone Immunoassay

Progesterone

Serum progesterone is a test to measure the amount of progesterone in the blood. Progesterone is a hormone produced mainly in the ovaries. In women, progesterone plays a vital role in pregnancy. After an egg is released by the ovaries (ovulation), progesterone helps make the uterus ready for implantation of a fertilized egg. It prepares the womb (uterus) for pregnancy and the breasts for milk production. Men produce some amount of progesterone, but it probably has no normal function except to help produce other steroid hormones.

Also known as: PRL

Prolactin

Prolactin is a hormone produced by the anterior portion of the pituitary gland, a grape-sized organ found at the base of the brain. Prolactin secretion is regulated and inhibited by the brain chemical dopamine. Normally present in low amounts in men and non-pregnant women, prolactin's primary role is to promote lactation (breast milk production). Prolactin levels are usually high throughout pregnancy and just after childbirth. During pregnancy, the hormones prolactin, estrogen, and progesterone stimulate breast milk development. Following childbirth, prolactin helps initiate and maintain the breast milk supply. If a woman does not breastfeed, her prolactin level soon drops back to pre-pregnancy levels. If she does nurse, suckling by the infant plays an important role in the release of prolactin. There is a feedback mechanism between how often the baby nurses and the amount of prolactin secreted by the pituitary as well as the amount of milk produced. Another common cause of elevated prolactin levels is a prolactinoma, a prolactin-producing tumor of the pituitary gland. Prolactinomas are the most common type of pituitary tumor and are usually benign. They develop more frequently in women but are also found in men. Problems resulting from them can arise both from the unintended effects of excess prolactin, such as milk production in the non-pregnant woman (and rarely, man) and from the size and location of the tumor. If the anterior pituitary gland and/or the tumor enlarge significantly, it can put pressure on the optic nerve, causing headaches and visual disturbances, and it can interfere with the other hormones that the pituitary gland produces. In women, prolactinomas can cause infertility and irregularities in menstruation; in men, these tumors can cause a gradual loss in sexual function and libido. If left untreated, prolactinomas may eventually damage the tissues around them.

Vitamin D, 25-Oh, D2

Vitamin D2 ((ergocalciferol,) is found in fortified foods and in most vitamin preparations and supplements. Vitamin D comes from two sources: endogenous, which is produced in the skin on exposure to sunlight, and exogenous, which is ingested in foods and supplements. The D2 form is found in fortified foods and in most vitamin preparations and supplements. Vitamin D2 is effective when it is converted by the liver and the kidney into the active form, 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D.

Vitamin D, 25-Oh, D3

Vitamin D3 (cholecalcifero) which comes from animals. Vitamin D comes from two sources: endogenous, which is produced in the skin on exposure to sunlight, and exogenous, which is ingested in foods and supplements. Vitamin D3 is the form produced in the body and is also used in some supplements. Vitamin D3 are is converted by the liver and the kidney into the active form, 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D.

Vitamin D, 25-Oh, Total

Vitamin D comes from two sources: endogenous, which is produced in the skin on exposure to sunlight, and exogenous, which is ingested in foods and supplements. The chemical structures of the types of vitamin D are slightly different, and they are named vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol, which comes from plants) and vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol, which comes from animals). The D2 form is found in fortified foods and in most vitamin preparations and supplements. Vitamin D3 is the form produced in the body and is also used in some supplements. Vitamin D2 and D3 are equally effective when they are converted by the liver and the kidney into the active form, 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D.

Also known as: Free T4, FT4, T4 Free

T4, Free

The free T4 test is not affected by protein levels. Since free T4 is the active form of thyroxine, the free T4 test is may be a more accurate reflection of thyroid hormone function.

Also known as: Thyroid Stimulating Hormone Test, Thyrotropin Test

TSH

A TSH test is a lab test that measures the amount of thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) in your blood. TSH is produced by the pituitary gland. It tells the thyroid gland to make and release thyroid hormones into the blood.

Also known as: Cobalamin, Folic Acid, Vitamin B 12, Vitamin B 12 and Folic Acid, Vitamin B12 Cobalamin and Folate Panel Serum, Vitamin B12/Folic Acid

Folate, Serum

Folate is part of the B complex of vitamins and is measures the levels of folate in the liquid portion of the blood, the serum or plasma, to detect deficiencies. Folate is necessary for normal RBC formation, tissue and cellular repair, and DNA synthesis.. A deficiency inr folate can lead to macrocytic anemia. Megaloblastic anemia, a type of macrocytic anemia, is characterized by the production of fewer but larger RBCs called macrocytes, in addition to some cellular changes in the bone marrow.

Vitamin B12

Vitamin B12 is part of the B complex of vitamins and measurea the levels of vitamin B12 in the liquid portion of the blood, the serum or plasma, to detect deficiencies. Cobalamine, or vitamin B12, is found in animal products such as red meat, fish, poultry, milk, yogurt, and eggs and is not produced in the human body. In recent years, fortified cereals, breads, and other grain products have also become important dietary sources of B12. Vitamin B12 is necessary for normal RBC formation, tissue and cellular repair, and DNA synthesis. B12 is important for nerve health. A deficiency in B12 can lead to macrocytic anemia. Megaloblastic anemia, a type of macrocytic anemia, is characterized by the production of fewer but larger RBCs called macrocytes, in addition to some cellular changes in the bone marrow. B12 deficiency can lead to varying degrees of neuropathy, nerve damage that can cause tingling and numbness in the affected person's hands and feet.
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The Fertility & Reproductive Health - Essential Female Lab Panel panel contains 10 tests with 46 biomarkers .

Overview

The Fertility & Reproductive Health - Essential Female Lab Panel is designed for women who want a focused first-step review of key biomarkers related to fertility, reproductive hormones, ovarian reserve, ovulation-related hormone patterns, thyroid function, vitamin status, and blood health.

Fertility and reproductive health can be influenced by several overlapping systems, including ovarian reserve, pituitary-ovarian signaling, estrogen patterns, progesterone patterns, prolactin, thyroid function, vitamin D status, vitamin B12 and folate status, and general blood health.

This Essential panel includes 10 tests and 46 biomarkers to support provider-guided conversations about cycle patterns, ovulation timing, fertility planning, reproductive wellness, thyroid-related fertility considerations, and nutrient factors that may support overall reproductive health.

This panel does not diagnose infertility, predict pregnancy, or determine fertility potential by itself. Results should be reviewed with a licensed healthcare provider and interpreted with age, menstrual-cycle history, cycle timing, symptoms, medications, supplements, pregnancy history, fertility goals, and clinical history.

Why Order This Panel?

The Fertility & Reproductive Health - Essential Female Lab Panel may be helpful for women who want a practical starting point for reviewing reproductive health and fertility-related biomarkers.

This panel may help provide insight into:

  • Ovarian reserve context with AMH
  • Pituitary-ovarian signaling with FSH and LH
  • Estradiol patterns
  • Progesterone and ovulation-related hormone context
  • Prolactin and pituitary-related hormone patterns
  • Thyroid function with TSH and Free T4
  • Vitamin D status
  • Vitamin B12 and folate status
  • Blood count and anemia-related patterns
  • General fertility and reproductive wellness markers

This Essential panel is a strong first step for women who want targeted reproductive hormone insight without ordering a broader Advanced or Comprehensive female fertility panel.

This Panel May Be Helpful For Women Who

  • Are planning for pregnancy
  • Want a focused fertility hormone baseline
  • Want ovarian reserve context
  • Want reproductive hormone testing
  • Have irregular cycles
  • Have concerns about ovulation
  • Want thyroid markers included in fertility review
  • Have fatigue or low nutrient concerns during fertility planning
  • Want vitamin D, B12, and folate reviewed
  • Want a first-step reproductive health panel before choosing Advanced or Comprehensive testing

What This Panel Helps Evaluate

This panel helps evaluate selected biomarkers related to:

  • Female fertility wellness
  • Ovarian reserve context
  • Pituitary-ovarian signaling
  • Estrogen status
  • Progesterone and ovulation-related hormone patterns
  • Prolactin patterns
  • Thyroid function
  • Vitamin D status
  • Vitamin B12 and folate status
  • Blood count and platelet patterns
  • General reproductive health review

Which Tier Is Right for Me?

Essential Female Lab Panel

The Fertility & Reproductive Health - Essential Female Lab Panel is best for women who want a focused first-step review of core fertility and reproductive health markers. It includes 10 tests and 46 biomarkers focused on AMH, FSH/LH, estradiol, progesterone, prolactin, thyroid function, vitamin D, B12, folate, and CBC.

Choose Essential Female if you want a practical starting point for fertility planning, cycle review, ovarian reserve context, and reproductive hormone wellness.

Advanced Female Lab Panel

The Fertility & Reproductive Health - Advanced Female Lab Panel is best for women who want deeper insight into reproductive hormones, androgen balance, metabolic health, iron status, immune status, nutrient status, thyroid antibodies, and preconception wellness.

Choose Advanced Female if you want a broader review that may include testosterone with SHBG, DHEA-S, A1c, insulin, ferritin, iron/TIBC, rubella, varicella, zinc, selenium, magnesium, thyroid antibodies, and other fertility-support markers.

Comprehensive Female Lab Panel

The Fertility & Reproductive Health - Comprehensive Female Lab Panel is the broadest option. It may include the Essential and Advanced categories plus additional adrenal, androgen, metabolic, inflammatory, immune, nutrient, urine, and preconception markers.

Choose Comprehensive Female if you want the widest fertility and reproductive health review, including ovarian reserve, hormone balance, thyroid, nutrients, immunity, metabolic health, and preconception wellness.

Infectious Disease & STI Preconception Screening Panel

The Fertility & Reproductive Health - Infectious Disease & STI Preconception Screening Panel may be considered as an add-on for women who want screening for selected infections before pregnancy or as part of reproductive planning.

Choose this add-on if you want infectious disease and STI screening alongside fertility and reproductive hormone testing.

Tests Included and Why They Matter

Ovarian Reserve & Fertility Planning Context

This group helps provide context for ovarian reserve and reproductive planning. Ovarian reserve markers do not predict pregnancy by themselves, but they may support provider-guided fertility discussions when reviewed with age, menstrual history, symptoms, and clinical context.

Anti-Müllerian Hormone, AMH, Female

AMH is a hormone produced by small follicles in the ovaries and is commonly used as an ovarian reserve marker.

This test is included because AMH may provide context for ovarian reserve and fertility planning conversations. It may help women and healthcare providers discuss reproductive timing, fertility evaluation, and whether additional fertility assessment may be appropriate.

AMH should not be interpreted alone. It does not guarantee fertility, diagnose infertility, or predict natural pregnancy by itself. It is most useful when reviewed with age, cycle history, symptoms, FSH/LH, estradiol, and provider guidance.

Pituitary-Ovarian Signaling & Reproductive Hormone Balance

The brain and ovaries communicate through pituitary hormones such as FSH and LH. Estradiol and progesterone provide additional context for estrogen patterns, ovulation-related hormone activity, and cycle timing.

FSH and LH

FSH and LH are pituitary hormones that help regulate ovarian follicle development, ovulation, and reproductive hormone production.

This test is included because FSH and LH may provide context for ovarian signaling, cycle patterns, ovulation timing, and reproductive hormone feedback. FSH and LH results may vary depending on cycle day, age, medications, hormone therapy, and reproductive stage.

These markers are especially useful when reviewed with AMH, estradiol, progesterone, menstrual-cycle timing, and fertility goals.

Estradiol

Estradiol is a major form of estrogen.

This test is included because estradiol may provide context for ovarian hormone activity, cycle timing, follicular-phase patterns, menstrual regularity, and reproductive hormone balance. Estradiol is often reviewed with FSH and LH to provide additional context for ovarian signaling and cycle-related hormone patterns.

Estradiol levels vary across the menstrual cycle, so collection timing and symptoms are important for interpretation.

Progesterone, Immunoassay

Progesterone is a reproductive hormone that rises after ovulation during the luteal phase.

This test is included because progesterone may provide ovulation-related hormone context when timed appropriately in the cycle. It may help support discussions about luteal phase patterns, cycle regularity, ovulation timing, and reproductive hormone balance.

Timing is especially important for progesterone testing because levels vary widely throughout the menstrual cycle.

Prolactin & Pituitary Hormone Context

Prolactin is a pituitary hormone that may affect menstrual cycles and reproductive hormone signaling. Abnormal prolactin patterns can overlap with missed periods, irregular cycles, breast symptoms, and fertility concerns.

Prolactin

Prolactin is included because it may provide context for irregular periods, missed periods, ovulation concerns, breast discharge, low libido, or pituitary-related hormone patterns.

Prolactin can be influenced by stress, sleep, exercise, pregnancy, breastfeeding, medications, and time of collection. Results should be interpreted with symptoms and provider guidance.

Thyroid Function & Fertility Wellness

Thyroid function can affect menstrual cycles, ovulation, metabolism, energy, and reproductive health. Thyroid symptoms can also overlap with fertility and cycle concerns, including fatigue, weight changes, cycle irregularity, cold intolerance, constipation, and mood changes.

TSH

TSH is a key thyroid screening marker.

This test is included because thyroid function may influence ovulation, menstrual-cycle patterns, fertility planning, energy, metabolism, and pregnancy-related discussions. TSH is often reviewed when reproductive symptoms overlap with fatigue, irregular cycles, weight changes, or thyroid symptoms.

T4, Free

Free T4 measures the available form of thyroxine, a thyroid hormone.

This test is included because Free T4 provides additional thyroid hormone production context beyond TSH alone. It may help support provider-guided review when thyroid function is part of a fertility or reproductive health discussion.

Blood Health & General Wellness Support

Blood count patterns may provide important context for fertility planning, fatigue, anemia-related symptoms, immune clues, and general wellness. This group gives a foundational look at blood health.

CBC, includes Differential and Platelets

The CBC evaluates red blood cells, white blood cells, hemoglobin, hematocrit, platelets, and white blood cell types.

This test is included because blood health may matter when reviewing fatigue, anemia-related patterns, immune activity, platelet patterns, and general wellness during reproductive planning. CBC may also provide context when heavy menstrual bleeding, low energy, dizziness, or low stamina are present.

Nutrient Status & Preconception Wellness

Nutrient status can support overall reproductive wellness and pregnancy planning. Vitamin D, B12, and folate are commonly reviewed in fertility and preconception discussions because they are important for general wellness, blood health, immune function, and early pregnancy-related nutrition support.

QuestAssureD™ 25-Hydroxyvitamin D, D2, D3, LC/MS/MS

Vitamin D testing measures vitamin D status.

This test is included because vitamin D may provide context for reproductive wellness, immune health, bone health, inflammation balance, muscle function, and general preconception wellness. Vitamin D status may be especially relevant for women with limited sun exposure, low vitamin D history, fatigue, or bone-health concerns.

Vitamin B12 and Folate Panel, Serum

This panel measures vitamin B12 and folate.

Vitamin B12 and folate are included because they support red blood cell production, nerve function, DNA synthesis, methylation, and general reproductive wellness. Folate is especially important in preconception nutrition discussions, while B12 may be important for women with restricted diets, digestive concerns, fatigue, or neurologic symptoms.

Related Biomarker Patterns This Panel May Help Identify

This panel may help identify or support provider-guided review of:

  • Ovarian reserve context
  • AMH patterns
  • FSH and LH ovarian signaling patterns
  • Estradiol patterns
  • Progesterone and ovulation-related hormone patterns
  • Prolactin patterns
  • Thyroid function patterns
  • Blood count and anemia-related patterns
  • Vitamin D status
  • Vitamin B12 and folate status
  • General fertility and reproductive wellness patterns

Professional Safety and Interpretation Notice

This panel is designed to support fertility and reproductive health review in women. It does not diagnose infertility, confirm ovulation, predict pregnancy, guarantee fertility, or replace evaluation by a reproductive healthcare provider.

Hormone levels can vary by cycle timing, age, medications, pregnancy status, health history, and reproductive stage. Results should be interpreted with menstrual history, cycle timing, symptoms, fertility goals, medications, supplements, and provider guidance.

Do not stop or change prescribed medication, fertility treatment, thyroid medication, hormone therapy, or supplements without guidance from your healthcare provider.

How to Prepare for This Panel

Preparation may vary depending on the test and specimen type. In general:

  • Timing may matter for estradiol, progesterone, FSH, LH, and other reproductive hormones.
  • Progesterone is often most useful when collected during the luteal phase, based on cycle timing and provider guidance.
  • Bring a list of menstrual cycle dates, cycle length, fertility goals, medications, supplements, thyroid medications, hormones, and prior fertility history.
  • Note symptoms such as irregular cycles, missed periods, heavy bleeding, fatigue, low libido, breast discharge, thyroid symptoms, or pregnancy concerns.
  • Follow all lab collection instructions provided with your order.

What Happens After You Receive Your Results?

After results are available, a licensed healthcare provider can help interpret the results in the context of cycle timing, age, symptoms, fertility goals, and health history.

Your biomarkers can help organize findings into areas such as ovarian reserve context, reproductive hormone balance, ovulation-related progesterone patterns, prolactin patterns, thyroid function, nutrient status, and blood health. Follow-up testing or referral to a fertility specialist may be appropriate depending on results and fertility goals.

Additional Panels to Consider

Customers interested in the Fertility & Reproductive Health - Essential Female Lab Panel may also consider:

  • Fertility & Reproductive Health - Advanced Female Lab Panel
  • Fertility & Reproductive Health - Comprehensive Female Lab Panel
  • Fertility & Reproductive Health - Essential Male Lab Panel
  • Fertility & Reproductive Health - Advanced Male Lab Panel
  • Fertility & Reproductive Health - Infectious Disease & STI Preconception Screening Panel
  • Women’s Hormone Balance & Perimenopause Lab Panel
  • Thyroid & Metabolism Lab Panel
  • Vitamin, Mineral & Nutrient Deficiency Lab Panel
  • Sexual Health & STI Screening Lab Panel

FAQ: Fertility & Reproductive Health - Essential Female Lab Panel

What is the Fertility & Reproductive Health - Essential Female Lab Panel?

The Fertility & Reproductive Health - Essential Female Lab Panel is a focused fertility and reproductive health panel for women. It includes 10 tests and 46 biomarkers that evaluate ovarian reserve context, reproductive hormones, thyroid function, vitamin D, B12, folate, and blood health.

What tests are included in this Essential Female fertility panel?

This panel includes AMH, CBC with Differential and Platelets, Estradiol, FSH and LH, Progesterone, Prolactin, QuestAssureD™ 25-Hydroxyvitamin D, Free T4, TSH, and Vitamin B12/Folate.

Does this panel test ovarian reserve?

Yes. This panel includes AMH, which is commonly used as an ovarian reserve marker. AMH provides context but does not predict pregnancy or diagnose infertility by itself.

Why are FSH and LH included?

FSH and LH are pituitary hormones that help regulate ovarian function and ovulation. They may provide context for cycle patterns, ovarian signaling, and reproductive hormone feedback.

Why are estradiol and progesterone included?

Estradiol provides estrogen-related ovarian hormone context, while progesterone may provide ovulation-related hormone context when collected at the appropriate cycle time.

Why is prolactin included?

Prolactin may provide context for irregular periods, missed periods, breast discharge, low libido, or pituitary-related hormone patterns.

Why are thyroid tests included in a fertility panel?

Thyroid function may influence menstrual cycles, ovulation, energy, metabolism, and reproductive wellness. This panel includes TSH and Free T4.

Why are vitamin D, B12, and folate included?

Vitamin D, B12, and folate may provide nutrient status context for reproductive wellness, blood health, nerve function, methylation, immune function, and preconception nutrition discussions.

Can this panel diagnose infertility?

No. This panel does not diagnose infertility or predict pregnancy by itself. It provides biomarker context that should be reviewed with a licensed healthcare provider.

Should I choose Essential, Advanced, or Comprehensive?

Choose Essential for a focused fertility hormone baseline. Choose Advanced for deeper reproductive, metabolic, nutrient, thyroid antibody, iron, and immunity markers. Choose Comprehensive for the broadest fertility and preconception review.

Important Note

This panel is designed to help evaluate selected biomarkers related to fertility, reproductive hormones, ovarian reserve context, thyroid function, nutrient status, blood health, and reproductive wellness. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease by itself. Results should be reviewed with a licensed healthcare provider.

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