Women's Blood Tests · Cardiff & Penarth

Female Hormone & Well Woman blood tests.

Understand what's happening beneath the surface — from a focused hormone panel for perimenopause, periods or fertility, to a full Well Woman screen. Blood taken at our Penarth clinic, results usually within 48 hours, and a doctor to explain what they mean.

Blood tests from £120 · self-refer, no GP letter needed
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Doctorreviews your results
UKASaccredited laboratories
Clarity, not guesswork

Blood testing built around women

Hormones shift throughout life — and when they do, the effects can be confusing. A well-chosen blood test can bring real clarity, whether you're navigating perimenopause, tracking fertility, investigating irregular periods, or simply want a thorough check of how your body is doing.

At Acorn you can self-refer to any of the tests below — no GP referral needed. Blood is taken at our Penarth clinic, near Cardiff, and analysed by UKAS-accredited laboratories.

You'll get a clear report you can actually make sense of — with most results back within 48 hours and a doctor to talk you through them.

Choose your test

Our women's blood panels

Not sure which one fits? Start with Female Hormones for a focused snapshot, or Well Woman for the full picture — or call us and we'll point you the right way.

Good to know: on the online booking form, Female Hormones is listed as "Hormonal Health" and Well Woman is listed as "Well Person". The test is exactly the same — just a different name in the booking system.

Female Hormones

£120

A focused snapshot of your key reproductive hormones — useful for perimenopause and menopause, cycle problems, PCOS, and fertility questions.

What's measured

  • FSH
  • LH
  • Oestradiol
  • Progesterone
  • Prolactin
  • Testosterone
On the booking form, choose "Hormonal Health".
Book Female Hormones

Well Woman

£350

Our most complete women's health screen — hormones plus thyroid, vitamins, iron and general health, for a thorough picture of how you're really doing.

What's covered

  • Full hormone profile
  • Thyroid function
  • Vitamins & iron
  • Kidney & liver
  • Cholesterol
  • Full blood count
On the booking form, choose "Well Person".
Book Well Woman

Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH)

From£120

A single blood test that estimates your ovarian reserve — helpful if you're planning ahead, considering IVF, or want a clear fertility baseline. Pairs well with a fertility scan.

What's measured

  • AMH (ovarian reserve marker)
Book AMH test

Tired All The Time

£210

An advanced fatigue profile that looks beyond the obvious — checking thyroid, iron, vitamins, blood sugar, inflammation and more to help find why your energy is low.

What's covered

  • Thyroid
  • Iron & ferritin
  • Vitamin D & B12
  • Full blood count
  • HbA1c
  • Inflammation markers
Book Tired All The Time
When testing helps

Reasons women test with us

If any of these feel familiar, a blood test can help you understand what's going on and what to do next.

Perimenopause & menopause
Irregular or heavy periods
PCOS
Fertility & ovarian reserve
Low energy & fatigue
Weight & metabolism changes
Low mood or brain fog
A thorough well-woman check
How it works

From booking to clear answers

1

Book online

Choose your test and book — no GP referral needed. We'll tell you if any fasting or cycle timing is required.

2

Quick blood draw

A fast, comfortable appointment at our Penarth clinic. In and out in around 15 minutes.

3

UKAS lab analysis

Your sample is analysed by accredited laboratory partners, with most results back within 48 hours.

4

Results explained

You receive a clear report with any out-of-range values flagged — and a doctor can talk you through them.

Why women choose Acorn

Fast, thorough, close to home

Fast results

Most results back within 48 hours, with clear reference ranges.

UKAS-accredited labs

Samples analysed by trusted, accredited laboratory partners.

Doctor-reviewed

Not just numbers — a doctor can review and explain your results.

Self-refer

Book any test directly online or by phone — no GP letter required.

Frequently asked

Women's blood test questions

I can't find "Female Hormones" or "Well Woman" on the booking form?

On the online booking system, Female Hormones is listed as "Hormonal Health" and Well Woman is listed as "Well Person". They're the same tests — just named differently in the booking form. If you're unsure, call us on 029 2199 9300 and we'll book it for you.

Do I need a GP referral?

No. All our blood tests are self-refer — book directly online or by phone. If you'd like help choosing the right test, our team is happy to advise.

Which should I choose — Female Hormones or Well Woman?

Female Hormones (£120) is a focused panel of reproductive hormones — ideal for perimenopause, cycle or fertility questions. Well Woman (£350) is a comprehensive screen that adds thyroid, vitamins, iron, kidney, liver and cholesterol for a full health picture. If you're not sure, call us and we'll point you the right way.

Do I need to fast, or time it to my cycle?

It depends on the test. Some markers (such as cholesterol or glucose) are best taken fasting, and certain hormones are most useful on specific days of your cycle. We'll let you know exactly what's needed when you book.

How quickly will I get my results?

Most results are back within 48 hours. A small number of specialist markers take a little longer — we'll flag this at the time of booking. Your report includes reference ranges with any out-of-range values clearly highlighted.

Will a doctor explain my results?

You'll receive a clear written report. If you'd like a doctor to talk through what your results mean and what to do next, you can book a GP consultation — a separate, optional service.

Can I combine more than one test?

Yes. We can usually take blood for several panels in a single appointment. Call us on 029 2199 9300 if you'd like to combine tests or aren't sure what to book.

What is the AMH test for?

Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH) gives an estimate of your ovarian reserve. It's useful if you're thinking about fertility, considering IVF, or simply want a baseline. It pairs well with a fertility scan for a fuller picture.

Where is my blood taken?

At our Penarth clinic — 13 Washington Buildings, Stanwell Road, Penarth CF64 2AD, 10 minutes from Cardiff with free street parking. Selected services are also available at our Cowbridge clinic; please call to check availability.

Where to find us

Blood tests across South Wales

Flagship clinic

Penarth

13 Washington Buildings, Stanwell Road,

Penarth, CF64 2AD

On-site phlebotomy · 10 min from Cardiff city centre · Free street parking
Mon-Thu 9-6 · Fri 9-5 · Sat 9-3

Satellite clinic

Cowbridge

Beauty Within, 10 High Street,

Cowbridge, CF71 7AG

Selected services · Vale of Glamorgan
Call for availability

Please note: Blood results are most useful when interpreted alongside your symptoms and medical history. Your report highlights any out-of-range values, but lab values alone are not medical advice. For a full interpretation, we recommend discussing your results with your GP or booking a private GP consultation with us.

Know your numbers

Self-refer for a women's blood test in Penarth, near Cardiff — clear results, fast, with a doctor to help you make sense of them.