Clearblue® Menopause Stage Indicator provides an indication of your menopause stage1, so the more you learn about your stage, the better prepared you can be.
Helps you understand your menopause journey
The average age of menopause is 51 years but perimenopause can start many years before and symptoms can overlap with those of other health issues, which can leave you feeling confused and wondering if what you’re feeling is the start of the menopause journey, or perhaps something else.
Key features and benefits
Tracks FSH over several days
Though variable day-to-day, the hormone, FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) rises as you get closer to menopause, so tracking over several days indicates whether your overall level is ‘low’, ‘high’ or ‘variable’.
Free App
Clearblue® Menopause Stage Indicator uses 5 simple-to-use urine tests to track this key hormone over several days and combines the results with your personal cycle information and age in a FREE app.2
Smart Algorithm
The Smart Algorithm in the app uses your test results and personal data to calculate your likely menopause stage1:
Premenopause, Early perimenopause, Late perimenopause, Postmenopause
More features
Easy testing routine
- in-app step-by-step guide
- get smart reminders and an in-app countdown timer option
Log your daily symptoms
- log and track up to 19 symptoms
- identify patterns in frequency and intensity
Unlock your likely menopause stage
- after logging 5 FSH tests your likely stage will be revealed
Personalized health report
- generate a personalized report you can share with your healthcare professional
- includes your likely menopause stage, how your stage was determined, FSH results, and tracked symptoms
Access relevant educational content
- learn more about the menopause journey
Understanding Menopause
The menopause journey has stages:
Premenopause
- The stage after puberty when fertility is at its peak.
Early perimenopause
- Cycles become irregular and periods may be lighter or heavier. Common symptoms include mood changes, anxiety, irritability, sleep issues, and headaches.
Late perimenopause
- Periods may be 60+ days apart and anovulatory cycles (when you do not release an egg) increase. Hot flashes and night sweats become more common (affecting 50–82% of U.S. women). This stage typically lasts 1–3 years.
Postmenopause
- Fertility ends as ovulation stops. Symptoms may persist for 4+ years but usually ease over time.
The Science Behind Hormonal Changes on the Menopause Journey
Throughout much of your reproductive years it is likely that your hormones follow a cyclic pattern of rise and fall on a roughly monthly basis, which helps to regulate the menstrual cycle and preparing your body for possible pregnancy. As you approach menopause, this cyclic pattern starts to become more erratic, which can lead to irregular periods, as well as different symptoms ranging from hot flashes to difficulty sleeping. The main hormones at play are:
- Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
- Estrogen
- Luteinizing Hormone
- Progesterone
- Inhibin B
- Anti-Mullerian Hormone
- Testosterone
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How to use Clearblue® Menopause Stage Indicator
1. Before you begin
- Scan the QR code on the package insert or use the links below to download the FREE Menopause Stage – Clearblue® me app.
- Create an account and enter the activation code found on the package insert to unlock your test schedule.
- On the days the app tells you, simply take a test and enter your result.
- After taking 5 tests (testing every other day) you will find out your likely menopause stage.1
- See the app for more information on how and when to test.
IMPORTANT!
Don’t forget to create your account & set your testing schedule BEFORE you want to start testing.
2. Take a test
- Remove the wrapper, take off the cap, and use immediately. Place just the tip either:
- Always keep tip pointing downwards during testing. Replace the cap and lay the test stick on a flat surface.
3. Wait
- Red lines will start to develop.
- Wait 5 FULL MINUTES before reading your result.
Note: the app includes an optional timer which can count down until your result is ready to read.
4. Results
- Positive result
2 lines is a positive result, no matter how faint or dark the lines are.
- Negative result
- If you don’t see a red line in the control window your test has not worked.
Don’t worry, you can record the error in the app and simply test again on your next test day to build towards your likely menopause stage1.
IMPORTANT!
Read your result within 8 minutes of testing. Disregard any changes after this time.
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FAQ about Menopause Stage Indicator
How do doctors test for menopause?
Many doctors use the STRAW+10 criteria which involves combining your cycle history and hormone levels, including FSH, along with asking you some questions about any symptoms you may have, to help them determine your menopause stage. They may ask you how any symptoms affect your day-to-day activities to determine the best way to help you. The Clearblue® Menopause Stage Indicator is the only at-home test that combines both your age and cycle history with FSH levels in an easy-to-use app and is a great place to start learning about your menopause journey.1
How can I check if I am ‘menopausal’?
Have you noticed changes in your cycle? Are you more anxious and are having difficulty sleeping. You might just think these symptoms are down to stress, but could it be menopause? There are four stages of the menopause journey which can come with a range of symptoms, which might make you wonder, ‘Is this menopause, or something else?’ You can easily get an indication of your stage and start learning about your menopause journey at home with the Clearblue® Menopause Stage Indicator.1
What is the average age for perimenopause?
Though the average age of menopause is 51, perimenopause can last for 4-8 years before menopause however, in the early stages especially symptoms may be subtle, and can be mistaken for other things, like stress, so you may not realize you have started your menopause journey.
Can I test myself for menopause?
Only a doctor can diagnose menopause but with Clearblue® Menopause Stage Indicator, you can get an indication of your likely stage in the comfort of your own home. The accompanying app also provides a FREE downloadable report with detailed information about your FSH test results, cycle data and logged symptoms, providing a great framework for an effective conversation with your doctor to discuss your next steps and confirm your stage.
Why is ‘Menopause’ not a stage given by the product?
While some people refer to being ‘in menopause', this can be quite confusing as sometimes they can mean the time leading up to their last period (i.e., the ‘perimenopause’) or other times they can mean after they haven’t had a period in over a year (i.e., ‘postmenopause’).
On top, ‘menopause’ actually only refers to the day marking 12 months since your final period. This means menopause technically only lasts for a single day between the late perimenopause and postmenopause stages. Clearblue® Menopause Stage Indicator is designed to help you understand your menopause journey, by providing you more information about the stage you are likely to be in1:
- Premenopause
- Early perimenopause
- Late perimenopause
- Postmenopause
When can I test?
There are no special ‘rules’ on when to start testing – you can start at any time in your cycle, but there are a few things you need to remember:
- Always use the first urine of the day as that’s when hormones are most concentrated
- You need to test 5 times on alternate days, so make sure you pick a time to start testing that’s convenient for you, and don’t forget you can get reminders of test days via the app!
- If you are testing during your period, it’s best to avoid testing on days when you’re bleeding heavily
How do I know if the app will work on my phone?
The app is compatible with the latest Operating System (OS) on AndroidTM and iPhone® and one previous.
To find out if your phone is compatible, check out: www.clearblue.com/connectivity-clearblue-mobile-apps.
You can download the app for free prior to purchase of the test sticks to further check if your phone is compatible.
Try the symptom tracker and explore our great educational content about the menopause journey while you’re there!
Is Clearblue® Menopause Stage Indicator right for me?
Take the simple quiz to find out!
- Only a healthcare professional can confirm your menopause stage.
- Compatible with most iPhones® and Android™ Phones. To find out if your phone is compatible and if the app is available in the country you live in, check out: www.clearblue.com/connectivity-clearblue-mobile-apps