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Testosterone Blood Test

£35.00

This finger-prick testosterone test measures the total level of testosterone present in your blood. This  sex hormone is essential for everyone to improve muscle mass, sex drive, fertility, and overall mood.

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Description

Testosterone is the sex hormone produced by the testes in men. It doesn’t just concern men though – women also produce testosterone in their ovaries and adrenal glands but usually in smaller quantities.

Testosterone plays a key role in many essential body functions, such as sex drive (libido), energy levels, healthy bones, muscle mass, strength, and mood. It also controls sperm production, so changes in this hormone can affect your fertility.

This test is for you (men and women) if:

  • you want to find out whether low testosterone levels are causing your symptoms such as low sex drive, low energy levels, or low muscle mass
  • you want to check whether your testosterone levels are within the normal range
  • see whether your testosterone levels are decreasing with age
  • guide your exercise and dietary choices to increase your testosterone levels naturally
  • monitor your testosterone levels whilst taking hormone replacement, such as testosterone replacement therapy (TRT)
  • investigate whether your testosterone levels are too high

Testosterone in men:

Testosterone is an essential hormone for men because it maintains male sex drive (libido), sperm production, fertility, and mood. Testosterone levels sometimes fall gradually in men from around the age of 30 years. For many men, this gradual fall in testosterone causes no symptoms. For others, it can negatively affect mood, motivation, and sex drive. Low testosterone can even cause a decrease in muscle mass in the body alongside increased fat mass and gynecomastia (breast tissue development). This age-related decline in testosterone is sometimes called the ‘male menopause’, ‘manopause’, or andropause. Some younger man can also experience low testosterone levels, this is called hypogonadism.

Testosterone in women:

Women can experience low levels of testosterone in menopause which can lead to symptoms such as poor bone health, vaginal dryness, and reduced sex drive. Women can also  experience high testosterone levels with health conditions such as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Women may be interested to take the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Blood Test, which is specially designed to help women find out whether their hormone levels could be contributing to symptoms of PCOS.

Please remember though, these tests are not a substitute for seeing your doctor. Our doctors will interpret your results based on the information you have provided, but will not diagnose, consult or provide any treatment. You will be advised to see your doctor for any necessary follow-up action.

Additional information

Color

Blue

How to use

For the best results, collect your sample before 10am.

If you have used one of your fingers to apply hormone gels/pessaries in the past 4 weeks, use a different finger to collect the sample. Ideally, use gloves for these creams in the 4 weeks prior to this test.

Do not take any biotin supplements for 2 days before this test. If your doctor has prescribed biotin, speak with them in advance

Biomarkers

Testosterone – Testosterone is a hormone that causes male characteristics. For men, it helps to regulate sex drive and has a role in controlling bone mass, fat distribution, muscle mass, strength and the production of red blood cells and sperm. Testosterone is produced in the testicles of men and, in much smaller amounts, in the ovaries of women.

Results and Next Steps

Taking your home test is simple. Your test kit will arrive in the post with everything you need to collect your sample, including easy-to-follow instructions.

You will need to activate your test kit and create an account following the instructions provided in the kit.

Once you have collected your sample simply post it in a post-box using the return envelope provided.

You will receive an email once your sample has arrived at the laboratory for analysis, and another when your results are ready to view.

Your results will be displayed in your account, along with a doctor’s commentary.

If you are concerned by your results, why not book a call with one of our experts. A free discovery call will enable you to discuss your results and talk through your next steps.

If you would like a more in depth consultation, with a wellness expert  click here.

If you would like a more in depth consultation, with a medical expert  click here.

 

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