42 min

Handout: https://bit.ly/4aLSzH2

During this presentation, Sara Hover, RPh, FAARM will discuss different options in hormone testing. After this presentation the viewer should be able to:

Differentiate among the various hormone testing modalities—such as serum assays, saliva panels, urine metabolite testing, and dried blood spot analysis—highlighting their principles and typical clinical uses.
Learn the advantages and disadvantages of each method of hormone testing.
Understand the proper timing for hormone testing in relation to menstrual cycle, medication use and other factors.
Interpret laboratory reports from different hormone tests by recognizing units of measure, normal versus abnormal results, and potential assay interferences or limitations.
Review examples of hormone testing in real-world scenarios and understand how to interpret test results.
Evaluate emerging and specialized hormone testing options.