Progesterone levels: what's normal, high and low
A female sex hormone that prepares the uterus for pregnancy. Rises sharply after ovulation.
Medically reviewed by Youmna DiStefano, MD · Last reviewed September 2026
The short answer
Progesterone is measured with a standard blood draw; no fasting is needed. A typical reference range is 0.100 – 0.500 ng/mL (male, age 18+; more bands below). At TestWell it's $31.99 all-in as Progesterone, results in 1–3 business days, drawn at Quest or Labcorp. An out-of-range result is a prompt to look closer, not a diagnosis.
- Units
- ng/mL
- Sample
- Blood draw
- Fasting
- Not required
- Results
- 1–3 business days
- Price
- $31.99
- Labs
- Quest or Labcorp · BioReference in NY/NJ
Progesterone Reference Range
These are the typical adult reference ranges used by major US labs. Your report will include the specific range used by the lab that processed your sample.
| Population | Range |
|---|---|
| Male, age 18+ | 0.100 – 0.500 ng/mL |
| Female, age 18+, varies by cycle phase | 0.100 – 25.0 ng/mL |
Reference ranges are educational. Always interpret your result with the specific range printed on your lab report and discuss anything outside the range with a clinician.
Have a result in hand? analyze it with your AI assistant using these reviewed ranges, or run it through our explainer. Tools: look up another marker's range · convert lab units
How do you get a Progesterone test?
Order online, a licensed physician reviews the requisition, and you walk into a nearby lab for the draw. Progesterone is available on its own or inside these panels — panels cost less per marker when you want the fuller picture.
| Option | Includes | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Progesterone | This marker only | $31.99 |
| Women's Fertility Essentials | 5 tests | $119.99 |
| Menopause Assessment Panel | 8 tests | $179.99 |
| Female HRT Quarterly Monitoring Panel | 12 tests | $179.99 |
| Women's Hormone Panel | 11 tests | $239.99 |
Quest vs. Labcorp for Progesterone: which lab should you pick?
Both are CLIA-certified national labs and the result is clinically equivalent, so pick whichever location is closer. Your report will print that lab's own reference range, which can differ slightly from the table above.
| Lab | Available | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Quest Diagnostics | Yes | $31.99 |
| Labcorp | Yes | $31.99 |
| BioReference (NY & NJ) | Yes | $32.99 |
Need help choosing a location? Use the lab finder to see draw sites near your ZIP.
Related Hormones biomarkers
Markers commonly tested alongside Progesterone.
Frequently asked
Do I need a doctor's order to test my progesterone?
No. TestWell's licensed physician network reviews and approves your order — usually within minutes. You can place an order online without an in-person visit or a referral from your own doctor.
How long does it take to get Progesterone results?
Most Progesterone results are available in 1–3 business days after your specimen arrives at the lab. You'll get an email the moment your results are ready, with everything viewable in your TestWell portal.
How much does a Progesterone test cost?
Our Progesterone starts at $31.99. That's the all-in price — no copays, no insurance hoops, no surprise bills. HSA and FSA cards are accepted.
Do I need to fast before my Progesterone test?
Fasting is not required for the Progesterone test. You can have your blood drawn any time of day.
Which lab will process my Progesterone test?
Your test will be processed by Quest Diagnostics, Labcorp, or BioReference depending on which is closest to you and which lab carries the test. All three are CLIA-certified and trusted by hospitals nationwide. You'll choose your lab during checkout from 4,000+ locations.
What can throw off a Progesterone result?
Cycle day can change a Progesterone result without anything being wrong. Cycle day can raise Progesterone — draw ~7 days after ovulation to confirm it. Each is explained on our physician-reviewed "Before your test" pages; when one applies, remove it and retest.
Ready to test your progesterone?
Order in two minutes, get physician-approved, and visit a lab the same day. Starts at $31.99.