Hair Shedding But Labs Are "Normal"? Top Tests for Women Over 40

If you're noticing hair thinning after 40, more shedding in the shower, or a widening part—but keep hearing "your labs are normal"—this video breaks down the most important lab tests for female hair loss and the order I recommend starting with.   In this episode, I walk through the key root-cause factors behind hair loss in women over 40, including low ferritin, thyroid dysfunction, testosterone imbalance, insulin resistance, and nutrient deficiencies. If you've been dealing with perimenopause hair loss, menopause hair thinning, diffuse shedding, or female pattern hair loss, this is where to start.   🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DDBDyTe09Lw    As a double board-certified OB/Gyn and functional medicine physician, I help women connect the dots between symptoms, hormones, metabolism, and lab patterns that often get missed in conventional care.   DISCLAIMER: Keep in mind, I am not your doctor. I put this video out for educational and informational purposes only. It is not to be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. If you have a specific medical concern, please consult your own personal doctor or healthcare professional.   In this video, you'll learn: * Why ferritin matters even when you're "not anemic" * Why checking TSH alone is not enough * How testosterone, DHEA-S, and SHBG can affect hair follicles * Why fasting insulin may reveal issues before glucose or A1c * Which supportive labs may matter for hair regrowth, energy, and brain fog * A practical lab priority list you can bring to your doctor   If you're tired of being dismissed and want a more complete, root-cause approach to midlife hormone symptoms, hair loss, and metabolic changes, you're in the right place.   Book a Call Book your call here: https://www.drreneewellenstein.com/work-with-me    Subscribe for science-backed education on perimenopause, menopause, hormone health, metabolism, weight loss, and functional medicine for women over 40.   Timestamps 00:00 Why hair loss after 40 deserves a deeper look 00:37 The first lab I check for hair shedding 02:03 Why your thyroid panel may be incomplete 03:07 How testosterone and DHEA-S affect thinning hair 04:39 The insulin connection most women miss 05:51 Supportive labs that can impact regrowth 07:10 The lab priority list to bring to your doctor 08:14 Why hair loss is not just "aging" 08:30 How I help women connect the dots   Shop My Favorites * Shop My Page: https://shopmy.us/drrenee/shelves  * Amazon Favorites: https://www.amazon.com/shop/drreneewellenstein?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_2Q5HD01R6BW42HK05MSB  * Supplement Dispensary: https://www.designsforhealth.com/u/drreneewellenstein    *I do make a small commission from sales of the above products.    📌 Connect with Me for More Hormone & Health Tips! Follow me on all platforms → @‌drreneewellenstein IG | FB | TikTok | Pinterest