PMOS (PCOS) blood test · Plymouth
A PMOS blood test, with the full picture.
PMOS, still widely known as PCOS, is one of the most common hormone conditions. One blood test checks the hormonal, metabolic and Thyroid markers used in assessment. No GP referral needed.
About PMOS
Often missed for years.
Symptoms vary a lot from one person to the next: irregular periods, weight that is hard to shift, acne, extra hair growth, hair thinning or trouble getting pregnant.
PMOS is diagnosed on clinical grounds. Blood tests are one part of that. They show raised androgens, rule out other causes such as Thyroid problems or raised Prolactin, and check for insulin resistance.
Good to know
- 33 results from one sample
- Fasting needed: 10 hours, water is fine
- Results the next working day
- No GP referral needed
Choose your test
One complete screen.
33 results: Testosterone, SHBG, Free Androgen Index, DHEA-S, LH, FSH, Oestradiol, Prolactin, Thyroid, Insulin, HbA1c, fasting Glucose, Cholesterol, liver, kidney, CRP and a blood count.
Not on our price list yet. Email Hello@TamarHealth.com for the price.
What is measured
What the PMOS Screen checks.
| Test | What it covers | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Testosterone, SHBG and FAI | Androgens and the protein that carries them | Raised levels are found in most people with PMOS. |
| LH and FSH | Pituitary hormones | A high LH to FSH ratio is a classic feature, though not everyone has it. |
| DHEA-S | An androgen made by the adrenal glands | Helps work out where extra androgens come from. |
| Prolactin and Thyroid | Prolactin, TSH, Free T4 and Free T3 | Problems here can look very like PMOS, so they are ruled out. |
| Insulin, Glucose and HbA1c | Blood sugar control | Insulin resistance is common with PMOS and matters for long-term health. |
| Cholesterol, liver, kidney and blood count | General health | A baseline for heart health and overall wellbeing. |
Right here in Plymouth
Local care, close to home.
Your blood test is at Tor Clinical Rooms, 3 Darklake View, Plymouth PL6 7TL. Free parking on site, and easy to reach from the A38.
Who it is for
Worth checking if this sounds like you.
- Irregular or missing periods
- Extra hair on the face or body
- Acne
- Hair thinning
- Weight that is hard to shift
- Trouble getting pregnant
- A family history of PMOS
Timing your test
Please do not eat for 10 hours before. Water is fine. Glucose and Insulin need a fasting sample.
If your periods are regular, day 2 to 5 of your cycle is best. If they are irregular or have stopped, any day is fine.
Your results
What your results mean.
Your results come with a plain English summary from a clinician, explaining what they show and what they do not.
A diagnosis also depends on your symptoms, and sometimes a pelvic ultrasound. We explain the next steps, which may include a follow-up appointment or a referral.
Blood tests give information. They do not diagnose a condition on their own. We explain your results in the context of your symptoms, medicines and history.
How it works
Four simple steps.
Book online, by phone on 01752 938102, or by email at Hello@TamarHealth.com.
Book
Pick your test and a time. £25 secures your slot, and the balance is paid in clinic.
Fill in your new patient form
Once you have booked, we send you a form. Tell us which test you want, and share your medical history so we can make sure it is right for you.
Come to the clinic
Please do not eat for 10 hours before. Water is fine. A morning appointment makes this easier.
Get your results
Most results come back the next working day, by email, with a clinician summary in plain English. Anything urgent, we phone you the same day.
Questions people ask
The things people most often ask before booking.
About the test
What is the difference between PMOS and PCOS?
They are the same condition. PMOS is the newer name, chosen because many people do not have cysts on their ovaries.
Does a normal result rule out PMOS?
Not always. The diagnosis also depends on your symptoms and sometimes an ultrasound. We explain what your results mean for you.
Can I test while on the pill?
You can, but the pill lowers androgens, which can hide the signs. Tell us if you take it when you book.
How much is it?
The PMOS Screen is not on our price list. Email Hello@TamarHealth.com and we will tell you.
What our patients say
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Book your PMOS blood test
No GP referral needed. Most results the next working day.