Blood tests doctors commonly order for women over 30
This guide lists blood tests that doctors commonly order for women over 30, with what each one measures and how to prepare. It is general information. Which tests are right for you depends on your health and history, so ask a doctor.
Zavis shows a lab test price only where the lab or service publishes it on its own website, which 6 of the 13 it lists do. Each test page gives the listed prices with their sources.
Quick facts
Labs listed on Zavis
13
Labs listing home collection
10
Tests in this guide
10
How to use this list
The tests below are a reference list. Whether a test is useful for you depends on your symptoms, your family history and any conditions you already have, so not every test applies to every person.
A doctor can advise whether and how often to test, and can explain what a result means for you.
Preparing for the tests
In the Zavis test directory, Iron Panel is listed as needing fasting. CBC, Thyroid Panel, Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, Folate, Calcium, AMH, FSH and Estradiol are listed as not needing it. Ask the lab how to prepare if you are unsure.
Finding a lab
13 labs are listed in the Zavis lab section. 10 of them say in their profiles that they offer home sample collection, where a nurse or phlebotomist visits to take the sample. Ask the lab whether it offers the tests you need before you book.
Tests doctors commonly order for women over 30
What each test measures and how to prepare, from the Zavis test directory.
CBC
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, haemoglobin, haematocrit, and platelets.
No fasting is needed. Sample type: blood.
Iron Panel
Measures serum iron, total iron-binding capacity (TIBC), and ferritin to evaluate iron deficiency or overload.
Fasting is required. Sample type: blood.
Thyroid Panel
Comprehensive thyroid assessment measuring TSH, Free T3, and Free T4 hormones.
No fasting is needed. Sample type: blood.
Vitamin D
Measures 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels.
No fasting is needed. Sample type: blood.
Vitamin B12
Measures B12 levels essential for nerve function, red blood cell production, and DNA synthesis.
No fasting is needed. Sample type: blood.
Folate
Measures folate levels important for cell division, DNA synthesis, and pregnancy.
No fasting is needed. Sample type: blood.
Calcium
Measures blood calcium levels important for bone health, nerve function, and muscle contraction.
No fasting is needed. Sample type: blood.
AMH
Measures ovarian reserve: the remaining egg supply. Key test for fertility planning and IVF assessment.
No fasting is needed. Sample type: blood.
FSH
Measures FSH levels important for reproductive function in both men and women.
No fasting is needed. Sample type: blood.
Estradiol
Measures the primary female sex hormone, important for reproductive health and bone density.
No fasting is needed. Sample type: blood.
Frequently asked questions
Which blood tests do doctors commonly order for women over 30?
Tests doctors commonly order for women over 30 include CBC, Iron Panel, Thyroid Panel, Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, Folate, Calcium, AMH, FSH and Estradiol. A doctor can advise which of these are right for you.
Do these blood tests need fasting?
In the Zavis test directory, Iron Panel is listed as needing fasting. CBC, Thyroid Panel, Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, Folate, Calcium, AMH, FSH and Estradiol are listed as not needing it. Ask the lab how to prepare if you are unsure.
How often are these tests repeated?
That depends on your health and history. A doctor can advise whether and how often to test.
Can the sample be collected at home?
10 of the 13 labs listed on Zavis say in their profiles that they offer home sample collection. Ask the lab whether the test you need can be collected at home.
How long do blood test results take?
Turnaround depends on the lab and the test, so ask the lab when your results will be ready.
Medical disclaimer: This guide is general information and is not medical advice. Lab details come from each lab's Zavis profile and can change, so confirm them with the lab. A doctor can advise which tests are right for you.