Map the hormones and metabolism behind a PCOS picture
A 17-marker screen that brings together the hormones and metabolic markers behind PCOS: androgens, insulin, thyroid, inflammation and the nutrients that often run low. From one morning, fasted blood draw.
No referral. Best as a morning, fasted appointment.
How would you like to get tested?
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Reserve a slot at your nearest branch online, then walk straight in. Best if you want a guaranteed time.
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No appointment needed. Come through any branch, Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 16:00.
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The hormone and metabolic markers behind PCOS, grouped so you can see the whole picture. All from one morning, fasted blood draw.
Reproductive and androgen hormones
Free Testosterone, SHBG, LH, FSH, Oestradiol. The hormone pattern central to PCOS: androgens, the binding protein that controls how much is active, and the pituitary and ovarian hormones.
Adrenal hormones
DHEAS, Cortisol. The adrenal androgen DHEAS and cortisol, which can both feed into the PCOS picture.
Metabolism, thyroid and inflammation
Fasting Insulin, CRP, TSH. Fasting insulin for insulin resistance, CRP for low-grade inflammation, and TSH to check the thyroid, since thyroid issues can mimic or worsen PCOS symptoms.
Nutrients
Iron Profile, Vitamin D, Magnesium, Calcium. Nutrients that often run low and influence energy, mood and metabolism.
B-vitamins and methylation
Vitamin B12, Folate, Homocysteine. B-vitamin status with homocysteine, which reflects how well the body is methylating.
Three steps, no GP needed
Book a morning slot
Reserve a morning time at your branch, or walk in. No doctor's referral. Come fasted.
Quick blood draw
A nurse takes a small blood sample, just a few minutes.
Results in 2 to 5 days
A colour-coded report by marker, with a free certificate you can share with your doctor.
Who is this for?
Most useful if you have signs of PCOS, or a suspected diagnosis you want to map with your doctor.
Irregular or absent periods
Cycles that are unpredictable, infrequent or have stopped.
Signs of high androgens
Acne, excess hair growth or hair thinning you want to understand.
Weight or metabolic concerns
Weight gain around the middle, sugar cravings or suspected insulin resistance.
Trying to conceive
Irregular cycles or fertility concerns linked to a possible PCOS picture.
Mapping a suspected diagnosis
You and your doctor want the hormone and metabolic picture in one go.
Tracking over time
A baseline before or during a management plan with your doctor.
What people say
Friendly and competent staff. Both at reception and the nurse. A much simpler process than going through doctors. Thank you ladies.
The staff at reception as well as the nurses are friendly and professional. I've also always received results timeously. I would give 10 stars if I could.
Highly highly highly recommend. The experience was painless and the practice was inviting and well kept. The report was extremely detailed and informative and I would have this as top of my list for preventive care.
Amazing experience, highly professional staff. Very reasonable prices. Highly recommend.
I cannot recommend Juliette and her team enough, friendly and kind from the get go. Bloods were drawn with minimal discomfort and the labs came back quickly.
Excellent experience at Epicentre. The staff were professional, kind, and took time to explain everything clearly. The facility was clean, booking was easy, and I did not feel rushed.
What this does not do
This panel brings together the markers behind PCOS to support a conversation with your doctor. It is one input, not a diagnosis on its own.
- PCOS is diagnosed by a doctor using your symptoms, examination, hormones and often an ultrasound; this panel is part of that picture.
- Hormones vary across the cycle and from day to day, so a single sample is a snapshot.
- Insulin and cortisol depend on fasting and timing, so follow the prep for reliable results.
- Results are meant to inform a discussion with a registered practitioner.
Quick answers
Three walk-in labs
Durban
Mon to Fri, 08:30 to 16:00
Johannesburg
Mon to Fri, 08:30 to 16:00
Round out the picture
Medically reviewed by Dr Samantha Naidoo, MB ChB, FCP (SA), Medical Director at Epicentre Walk-In Labs. Reviewed 2 June 2026. Epicentre Aids Risk Management (Pty) Ltd provides diagnostic laboratory testing and does not provide diagnoses, treatment or prescriptions to the public; results are intended to inform discussions with a registered healthcare practitioner.
Map the hormones and metabolism behind PCOS
No doctor's referral, results in 2 to 5 working days. Book a morning, fasted slot, or message us if you are not sure where to start.