BioSURE Advanced Testosterone Male Hormone Test
BioSURE Advanced Testosterone Male Hormone Test
Measures your Total Testosterone, Free Testosterone, SHBG and Free Androgen Index, so you have a comprehensive picture of your hormone levels.
Total Testosterone, Free Testosterone, SHBG and Free Androgen Index
Fingerprick Blood Sample
Lab Test - results within 48 hours
Free Two Way Delivery Included
Why check your testosterone levels?
Understanding the levels of male hormones in your blood can help you to understand if they may be contributing to a change in your sex drive, low energy levels or unexplained muscle loss.
View full detailsThis blood test can help you to understand whether your testosterone levels may be contributing to symptoms of libido or lethargy. By measuring your level of testosterone, you can try to increase your testosterone naturally or through diet or lifestyle changes.
You may want to consider testing for testosterone levels if you notice any unusual symptoms including:
- hair loss
- fatigue/tiredness
- decreased libido (sex drive)
- weight loss
- erectile dysfunction
- acne, especially if you are under 40
This test measures the total amount of testosterone in your blood.
No, you do not need to fast for this test, but it is recommended that you take your sample first thing in the morning.
Testosterone is a hormone. In men, testosterone is produced in the testicles and is responsible for sex drive and plays a vital role in the production of sperm.
Low levels of testosterone can produce a range of symptoms including:
- low sex drive (libido)
- fatigue
- weight gain
- low mood and/or low self-esteem
- decrease in body hair growth
Yes, if you are taking Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT), you can use this test to tell you whether your testosterone levels remain within the normal range.
Free two-way shipping is included
Standard DPD delivery to you is included in the price and your kit also includes a Royal Mail 1st Class Tracked label for you to send your sample back.
All orders received by 2pm are shipped the same day. Orders received after 2pm on a Friday will be shipped the next working day.
A kit containing everything you need is sent to an address of your choice.
You can then take a simple finger prick sample, using the lancets provided and collect the drops into the tube. You then register it on-line and post it off to the laboratory using the Royal Mail 1st Class Tracked envelope that is included with your kit.
Your full report, showing your results and how they compare with the normal reference ranges, are reported back to you by email. You will receive your result the day after the lab receives your sample.
All test results are reviewed by the in-house GPs who highlight any areas of concern of that might need further investigation and follow up with a doctor.
Yes, your healthcare provider will recognise your clinically-valid results.
If your result is high, it is important to share these results with your doctor who will consider them in conjunction with your full medical and family history. Your doctor may also request further follow on tests after you share your results.
It is unlikely to gain a definitive diagnosis from a blood-test but your results can be used to have informed discussions with your healthcare provider.
Your results link will be sent to you via email, so you can log in to your secure account and view your results.
Your results include your levels and where they sit against 'normal levels'. There is also a visual interpretation as a colour coded graph so they are easy for you to understand.
Your blood sample will be processed in the laboratory within 24 hours of receipt on all working days. You will receive an email with a secure link through to your account and your results as soon as they are availlable.
It is very important you scan your unique QR code when you open your kit, as this is what links your sample and your result to you. Without this we won't be able to send you your result.
Yes, your samples are processed in the same laboratories that are used by hospitals and primary care providers. All of our partner labs are UKAS and ISO accredited, which are the highest levels of accreditation.
Your BioSURE Self Test kit contains -
- Instructions for Use
- Collection tube(s)
- Alcohol wipe x 2
- Lancet x 4
- Collection tube label(s)
- Pre-paid return packaging
We advise collecting your fingerprick blood sample in the morning, especially for tests that require fasting. Return on the same day in the pre-paid packaging that is supplied with your kit.
We also advise not collecting or returning your sample on Friday, Saturday or Sunday, so the lab receives it in the best possible condition.