You’ve been told your hormone blood tests are “normal,” but you still feel exhausted, bloated, moody, or just plain off. So... what gives?
In this solo episode, I’m breaking down exactly why conventional blood testing often fails to give women real answers about their hormone health. If you’ve ever walked out of a doctor’s office with results that don’t match how you actually feel, this conversation is for you. I’ll walk you through the common gaps in standard testing, how reference ranges are outdated, and why your symptoms matter more than the numbers on a lab report.
It’s time to stop settling for confusion. You deserve better answers, and it starts with asking the right questions, and knowing what kind of testing will really support your healing.
Key Takeaways
Your symptoms speak louder than your labs – How you feel is always more important than what the paper says.
Standard blood tests miss key hormones – Many GPs only order basic panels, skipping critical markers like progesterone, T3, and thyroid antibodies.
Outdated reference ranges distort results – Most labs still use old ranges, especially for thyroid, leaving many women misdiagnosed or ignored.
You can ask for better testing – Functional ranges and cycle-aware hormone testing reveal far more than generic bloodwork.
Test timing makes or breaks results – Day 21 or 7 days post-ovulation is ideal for sex hormone testing; thyroid should be tested consistently at the same time.
Invest in the right eyes – Independent labs and expert interpretation are often the only way to get real clarity about your hormones.
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