When arranging blood tests the time to have your test may vary based on the medication you are taking. Please see below for further guidance:
If using hormone tablets:
Test can be done anytime
If using hormone gel:
Blood should be tested 4-6 hours after gel is applied - Apply gel to shoulders, upper arms or thighs and Use gloves to apply gel for 3 days leading up to the test
If using hormone patches:
Blood should be tested the day after a patch change
If using hormone injections:
Sustanon – carry out blood test midway between injections
Nebido – carry out blood test immediately before next injection