What does the CBC Test Measure ?

Estrogen or Estradiol Test measures the amount of estradiol (E2) in your blood. Estradiol is a type of estrogen hormone. It plays a vital role in the development of the female reproductive system, including the uterus, fallopian tubes, vagina, and breasts.

Why should I do the Estrogen Test ?

An estradiol (E2) test is necessary if you experience difficulties in getting pregnant, menstrual problems, ovarian tumors, early puberty in adolescents, menopausal symptoms, or breast cancer. Additionally, healthcare practitioners use this test during infertility treatment with assisted reproductive technology (ART) to monitor hormone levels throughout the process. It is generally advised to:

Investigate reasons for early or late puberty in girls and late puberty in boys.

Monitor treatments for menopause.

Identify tumors that produce estrogen.

Diagnose certain birth defects during pregnancy and monitor high-risk pregnancies.

Diagnose menstrual difficulties and causes of infertility.

Monitor infertility treatments.

How is the Estrogen/Estradiol or E2 Test Done ?

The Estrogen or Estradiol or E2 test is a simple blood test with no need for fasting before the test. The blood sample can be taken by the phlebotomist at a pathology lab or at home.At Maurya Labs, Purnea the test is done on a machine called Fully Automatic Hormone Assay which is the first and only one in entire Seemanchal region. The sample collection takes less than a minute.

What happens if Estrogen levels are too high ?

High estradiol levels in women can cause acne, loss of sex drive, constipation, and depression. If the levels are extremely high, they can increase the risk of uterine and breast cancer, as well as cardiovascular diseases. In men, high estradiol levels might lead to some female characteristics and sexual dysfunction. Consult a healthcare professional for proper evaluation and management.