Hormone blood tests without a doctor's referral
Thyroid, reproductive hormones, cortisol, testosterone, PMOS screening, menopause panels. Walk in at any branch. Results in 2 to 5 working days. Cycle-day guidance included.
Find your hormone test
Answer up to three quick questions and we'll point you to the panel that fits, with when to test and how to prepare.
Which hormones do you want to check?
This helps you choose a test. It isn't a diagnosis. If you're unsure, WhatsApp us your symptoms and we'll help.
Hormones control energy, mood, weight, sleep, libido, fertility, muscle mass and skin. When they are out of balance, you feel it. A blood test takes 15 minutes and reveals what is actually happening.
When to test: timing matters
Not sure when to test? WhatsApp us with your cycle details or symptoms and we will advise the best day and time.
Hormone testing packages
Women's hormones
Female Hormone Essentials
The core hormone overview: cycle hormones plus testosterone, SHBG, prolactin, thyroid and iron, without AMH. For irregular cycles, mood, energy, skin or hair changes. Best on Day 2 to 5. Add progesterone (R221) on day 21 if you want ovulation confirmed.
Female Hormone + Fertility
PMOS Metabolic Panel
17-marker deep dive into hormonal balance, insulin signalling and systemic health. Covers androgens, insulin resistance, thyroid, inflammation and nutritional markers. Fasting required. Morning draw (7 to 10am). Day 2 to 4.
Menopause Hormone Panel
Comprehensive Menopause Package
Which one? Three women's panels, three jobs.
Female Hormone Essentials, R1,801: a hormone overview for irregular cycles, mood, energy, skin or hair changes. Eight markers, one visit on day 2 to 5. Details.
Female Hormone + Fertility, R3,011: ovarian reserve and planning ahead. The same eight markers plus AMH, one visit on day 2 to 5. Details.
Complete Women's Fertility Panel, R3,385: trying to conceive and want the fullest picture, with progesterone and full thyroid. Ten markers over two visits, day 2 to 5 and day 21. Details.
Men's hormones
Men's Hormonal Vitality and Performance
Seven markers behind energy, mood, libido and performance: total testosterone with SHBG and oestradiol, the pituitary signals LH, FSH and prolactin, plus fasting insulin. Morning draw recommended. Fasting required, 8 to 12 hours, water only.
Advanced Bodybuilding Hormone Panel
Nine markers for serious lifters: testosterone, oestrogen and thyroid plus liver, kidney, cholesterol, calcium, magnesium and a full blood count, to monitor hormones and safety while you train. Morning draw recommended. Fasting required, 8 to 12 hours, water only.
Thyroid
Complete Thyroid Panel
Stress and mood
Stress and Cortisol Panel (Essential)
Ten markers: morning cortisol and DHEA-S, the two main stress hormones, plus thyroid, blood sugar, inflammation, magnesium, vitamin D and a full blood count. Morning draw (before 10am). Fasting required, 8 to 12 hours, water only.
Stress and Cortisol Panel (Comprehensive)
Nineteen markers: the Essential panel plus testosterone, free T3, fasting insulin, B12, zinc, homocysteine, cholesterol and liver function. Morning draw (before 10am). Fasting required, 8 to 12 hours, water only.
Mental Health and Mood Panel
Thirteen markers behind mood, focus and motivation: cortisol, DHEA-S, free testosterone and thyroid, with insulin, iron, vitamin D, B12, folate, homocysteine, magnesium, calcium and inflammation. Morning draw recommended. Fasting required, 8 to 12 hours, water only.
Comprehensive
Anti-Ageing Health Package
Full health checks
Max Health Package
A full health check that includes hormones: 21 markers covering cortisol, oestrogen, testosterone and full thyroid, plus blood sugar and insulin, cholesterol, liver, kidney, iron, B12, vitamin D, minerals, homocysteine and a full blood count. Morning draw. Fasting required, 8 to 12 hours, water only.
Ultimate Health Package
The most thorough panel we offer: 35 markers, with a wider hormone profile (DHEA-S, free testosterone, SHBG, progesterone), advanced cardiovascular risk, pancreas function and trace elements. Morning draw. Fasting required, 8 to 12 hours, water only.
Not sure which panel? Start with the Female Hormone Essentials (R1,801) or Men's Hormonal Vitality (R1,595) for a solid overview. Women wanting ovarian reserve included should choose the Female Hormone + Fertility (R3,011). If you suspect PMOS, go straight to the PMOS Metabolic Panel. If you want everything in one test, the Anti-Ageing Health Package covers hormones plus metabolic, cardiovascular and nutritional markers. Want a full health check that includes hormones? The Max Health Package (R5,231). For a lighter overview without sex hormones, the Vital Health Package (R3,200). Or WhatsApp us with your symptoms.
What you get with your results
Every hormone panel on this page includes the Functional Health Report, produced using Optimal DX, which reads your results against optimal ranges rather than simply normal or abnormal, so you can see markers drifting before they cross a clinical threshold.
On panels of R1,500 or more, a one-on-one results consultation is included free. An Epicentre specialist takes you through your report, tells you which markers matter most for you and builds a practical plan around nutrition, movement, sleep and lifestyle. On smaller panels the consultation is R300. Our specialists explain and guide; they do not diagnose, prescribe or treat, and your report is written to be taken to your own doctor.
All packages: Payflex available (4 interest-free instalments). 10% student discount. 10% pensioner discount. All prices include VAT. Functional Health Report included free with every panel on this page.
Frequently asked questions
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Understand your hormones. No doctor's referral.
A blood test takes 15 minutes. Results in 2 to 5 working days. Walk in at any branch.
Walk-in labs: Observatory (Cape Town), Hillcrest (Durban), Parktown North (Johannesburg). Mon to Fri, 08:30 to 16:00. Practice #1117394.
Epicentre Walk-In Labs does not provide medical diagnoses. For diagnoses and advice, consult your healthcare practitioner.