Advance Hormones, in Bengaluru

Fasting and diet:

An overnight fast of 8 to 12 hours is needed. Have your last meal the previous evening and take only water until the sample is collected. Carry a light snack for straight after.

What to bring:

Have your doctor's referral and photo ID ready; earlier reports for the same test are useful for tracking trends.

Medication:

For thyroid tests, delay your morning levothyroxine until after collection. Also mention biotin or hair-and-nail supplements, which can distort thyroid readings.

Timing and slots:

An early slot works best, especially for fasting tests. Home collection is available across Marathahalli, Bellandur, and the rest of Bengaluru.

TSH, Free T4, Free T3, Cortisol (AM), ACTH, Estradiol, Progesterone, Testosterone (total), LH, FSH, Prolactin, DHEA-S, SHBG

When does a doctor order Advance Hormones?

Advance Hormones is used as a comprehensive hormone panel often ordered when patients have unexplained fatigue, weight change, irregular cycles, low libido, or fertility concerns. Doctors use it to diagnose thyroid disease, adrenal disorders, polycystic ovary syndrome, hypogonadism, and pituitary problems.

Who should get Advance Hormones done in Bengaluru?

Hypothyroidism and autoimmune thyroid disease are among the most frequently diagnosed endocrine conditions at Bengaluru's hospitals. The city's large population of professional women aged 25 to 50 in Koramangala, Indiranagar, HSR Layout, and Whitefield frequently attribute fatigue, weight gain, and menstrual irregularities to work stress when the underlying cause is diagnosable thyroid dysfunction. Adults above 30 in Bengaluru benefit from periodic health screening that includes Advance Hormones as part of a broader preventive panel. Residents of BTM Layout, Bannerghatta Road, and across the city with chronic conditions, those on long-term medication, and individuals with a relevant family history should test at the frequency their specialist recommends.

What conditions can Advance Hormones help diagnose?

Abnormal results may come from illnesses, stress, obesity, contraceptives, or other medications. Family history of thyroid disease, early menopause, or hormonal cancers may make this testing more important.

What do Advance Hormones results mean?

TSH above 4.0 mIU/L with low free T4: hypothyroidism , levothyroxine replacement is started and TSH rechecked every 6–8 weeks until stable. TSH below 0.4 mIU/L with high free T3/T4: hyperthyroidism , requires antibody tests and thyroid scan. Elevated anti-TPO with normal TSH: autoimmune thyroid disease (Hashimoto's) , monitor annually as this often progresses to hypothyroidism over years.

How often should Advance Hormones be repeated?

Adults with a normal result and no symptoms: every 2 to 3 years, or annually after age 35. Patients on levothyroxine: every 6 to 8 weeks after a dose change, then every 6 to 12 months once stable. Pregnant women and those planning pregnancy: as directed, since thyroid targets are tighter in pregnancy.

What happens after Advance Hormones results are ready?

Reports arrive digitally and remain in your GetVisit history, so repeat tests can be tracked over months and years. Review anything unexpected with your doctor before changing medication or lifestyle, and use the app to book a follow-up if needed.