Biomarker Encyclopedia · fertility & reproductive · Sutton Coldfield

Progesterone

Progesterone is a hormone produced mainly by the ovaries after ovulation and by the placenta in pregnancy. At The Vesey Private Hospital in Sutton Coldfield, Progesterone is available within 8 private blood test panels, with clinician-reviewed results. This page is educational and does not replace personalised medical advice.

What Progesterone measures

Progesterone is a hormone produced mainly by the ovaries after ovulation and by the placenta in pregnancy. Its level varies across the menstrual cycle.

Why it is tested

Progesterone is measured when assessing the menstrual cycle and reproductive hormone balance, often at a specific point in the cycle. It is included in fertility-oriented panels.

Tests that include Progesterone at The Vesey

Guide prices are read from the current Vesey catalogue and confirmed at booking.

Hormone Profile

Guide price from £156

Fertility Panel

Guide price from £210

Fertility Panel + STI Screen

Guide price from £220

Fertility Panel + AMH

Guide price from £246

2 further Vesey panels include Progesterone. See all blood test panels →

Related biomarkers

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Frequently asked questions

Does timing matter for a progesterone test?

Yes. Progesterone changes across the menstrual cycle, so samples are often taken at a particular day of the cycle. Your clinician will advise on the best timing.

Reviewed by Dr Greg Spencer · General Practitioner · Last reviewed 2026-07-07

This page is for general education and information only. It is not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a recommendation for any specific test or treatment, and it does not include reference ranges, which are laboratory-dependent and interpreted by a clinician. Guide prices are indicative and confirmed at the time of booking. Always discuss your health and any test results with a qualified clinician. In an emergency call 999; for urgent non-emergency advice call NHS 111.

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