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Reproductive, Growth and Metabolic Hormones | DNA Test
Illustration of a lily flower on a blue background with a green “with DNA kit” badge — the Reproductive, Growth and Metabolic Hormones genetic test by Apixmed Prism, the sample-collection-kit variant.Tablet mockup with the Apixmed PRISM logo and a list of report categories for the Reproductive, Growth and Metabolic Hormones genetic test: Sex and reproductive hormones, Pituitary function and the growth axis, Pancreatic endocrine function and glucose regulation, Appetite hormones and adipokines — on a blue background.Infographic with a DNA helix on a blue background and a stats card: 700,000 genetic markers, 22 complex traits, 8 individual genetic variants — the Reproductive, Growth and Metabolic Hormones genetic test by Apixmed Prism.Open box of the Apixmed Prism DNA saliva collection kit on a blue background, with captions describing the test's benefits: collect your sample at home, personalized lifestyle recommendations, secure data storage.
Illustration of a lily flower on a blue background with a green “with DNA kit” badge — the Reproductive, Growth and Metabolic Hormones genetic test by Apixmed Prism, the sample-collection-kit variant.Tablet mockup with the Apixmed PRISM logo and a list of report categories for the Reproductive, Growth and Metabolic Hormones genetic test: Sex and reproductive hormones, Pituitary function and the growth axis, Pancreatic endocrine function and glucose regulation, Appetite hormones and adipokines — on a blue background.Infographic with a DNA helix on a blue background and a stats card: 700,000 genetic markers, 22 complex traits, 8 individual genetic variants — the Reproductive, Growth and Metabolic Hormones genetic test by Apixmed Prism.Open box of the Apixmed Prism DNA saliva collection kit on a blue background, with captions describing the test's benefits: collect your sample at home, personalized lifestyle recommendations, secure data storage.

Reproductive, Growth and Metabolic Hormones | DNA Test

12 500 UAH
9 999 UAH

IMPORTANT!

THE PRICE OF THE TEST INCLUDES A DNA SAMPLE COLLECTION KIT.

About the test

The Apixmed Prism Reproductive, Growth and Metabolic Hormones genetic test covers 30 markers across four areas of hormonal regulation, including 22 complex markers and 8 individual genetic variants in 8 genes.

What you get from the report

  • A DNA kit for collecting your saliva sample yourself is already included in the price of the test.

  • Genotyping of the sample in an accredited laboratory.

  • A report explaining 30 markers and genetic variants in plain language, with an interpretation of the results:

    • 22 polygenic (complex) traits with an explanation of your individual result and what it means;

    • 8 individual genetic variants with an explanation of their possible biological significance.

  • Context for every marker: genetics is not considered in isolation from lifestyle, age, environment and other factors.

  • Personalized recommendations on nutrition, physical activity, sleep, lifestyle and preventive approaches.

  • The option of a consultation with an Apixmed Prism specialist based on your report results.

  • Pointers to potentially relevant laboratory or clinical parameters that you can discuss with your doctor.

  • Data protection in line with ISO 27001, GDPR and HIPAA standards.

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Certified laboratory in the EU

Description

The Reproductive, Growth and Metabolic Hormones genetic test covers four areas, within which it analyzes 22 complex markers and 8 individual genetic variants in 8 genes: from sex hormones to growth hormone, insulin and appetite regulation. It assesses how your genetic profile and individual genetic variants are associated with relatively higher or lower levels of each marker compared with a reference population. The test does not measure any marker directly — instead it examines the stable genetic context that complements laboratory hormone tests rather than replacing them.

How the sample is collected

DNA sample collection is done using saliva. You receive the kit by post and collect your own DNA sample into a special tube — it takes just a few minutes and requires no preparation. The sample is then sent for analysis to an accredited laboratory, and you receive your result in digital format.

What the genetic test covers

Complex markers (PRS method)

22 markers across four areas. Assessed using polygenic risk scores: tens and hundreds of variants together shape the contribution to a predisposition, and no single one of them determines the picture on its own.

  • Sex and reproductive hormones: luteinising hormone (LH), follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), testosterone, bioavailable testosterone, oestradiol, progesterone, 17-hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP), DHEA, pregnenolone, androgens, sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG)

  • Pituitary function and the growth axis: insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1), prolactin, oxytocin

  • Pancreatic endocrine function and glucose regulation: glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), fasting glucose, fasting insulin, C-peptide, insulin resistance

  • Appetite hormones and adipokines: ghrelin, leptin, adiponectin

Individual genetic variants with mechanistic links

8 genetic variants in 8 genes. A mechanistic link to the trait is described for each, so they are interpreted individually and are not included in the complex markers.

  • SHBG: associated with levels of the eponymous globulin and testosterone

  • IGF1 and IGF1R: associated with IGF-1 levels and growth

  • GCK and IRS1: associated with the regulation of glucose and insulin

  • ADIPOQ: associated with adiponectin levels

  • LEP and LEPR: associated with leptin levels and its receptor

Who the Apixmed Prism Reproductive, Growth and Metabolic Hormones DNA Test is for

  • Interest in hormonal balance: specific topics for a conversation with an endocrinologist instead of guesswork.

  • Weight and appetite management: additional genetic context for nutrition, without predicting outcomes.

  • Family history of type 2 diabetes: specific genetic context for prevention.

  • When choosing supplements: a reason to discuss whether they are appropriate with your doctor, not grounds to change anything on your own.

The Reproductive, Growth and Metabolic Hormones test is not a diagnosis and does not replace consultation with a doctor.

The results assess probability rather than establishing a predetermined outcome. They are not a diagnosis, do not confirm a disease and do not determine treatment. The test does not replace laboratory hormone tests. Clinical decisions are made by a specialist, taking into account your history, symptoms, diet, age, medication and laboratory data.

Frequently Asked Questions

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How does a genetic hormone test differ from a blood hormone test?
A blood test for testosterone, IGF-1 or insulin shows the level here and now, and it is affected by diet, health status, medication and the time of collection. A genetic test does not measure that level: it describes statistical associations between DNA variants and markers established in population studies. A blood hormone test shows the state of your body right now; a DNA test shows individual features of how it functions and its predispositions, which can help you understand that state better if you read the results of both together rather than each on its own.
How is the sample collected?
You receive the DNA kit by post and collect saliva into a special tube yourself — the procedure takes a few minutes and requires no special preparation or clinic visit. The sample is then sent to the laboratory for genotyping, and you receive the result in digital format.
What does the FTO gene mean in the context of weight?
FTO is a gene whose variant is one of the best-studied associations with body weight and appetite regulation. Common variants of this gene may be associated with moderate differences in appetite, but on their own they do not decide anything: weight depends on diet, activity and many other factors.
How do complex markers differ from individual polymorphisms?
These are two different levels of the report. Complex markers are calculated polygenically: tens and hundreds of variants contribute to a predisposition at once, and the assessment takes the contribution of each into account. Individual polymorphisms with mechanistic links are presented by name, with their own interpretation, and are not included in the complex markers. This is an additional layer for those who want to see specific variants, not grounds for drawing conclusions from any one of them.
Will the test show my testosterone or insulin level?
No. Your actual level of any hormone is shown by a laboratory blood test. The genetic report only describes which DNA variants are associated with this marker in population studies, and does not claim that your specific level is elevated or low.
How reliable is a genetic hormone test?

The reliability of a genetic hormone test has two components. The first is the technical accuracy of genotyping, ensured by the laboratory's accreditation within its official scope. The second is the strength of evidence behind the interpretation, and this is not the same for every marker: some associations have been confirmed in large studies, while others so far rest on preliminary data and may require confirmation. The report states the level of evidence for each marker separately.

Can a genetic hormone test diagnose a hormonal disorder?
No, the test does not establish diagnoses and does not rule out conditions, including diabetes or hormonal imbalance. If you have symptoms or abnormal laboratory results, see an endocrinologist: only they can carry out diagnosis and treatment.
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