Essential Hormones Male
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- No referral needed
- 1000+ collection points
- Results typically within 2 working days
- Every result reviewed by a BIG-registered doctor
Product description
A comprehensive blood test with the most important hormone markers for insight into testosterone status, fertility, and pituitary function.
Essential Hormones Male is a blood test measuring 5 biomarkers, reviewed by a doctor.
Five biomarkers. One blood draw.
All 5 biomarkers with a short description. The laboratory reference values always lead.
Essential Hormones Male5 biomarkers | |
|---|---|
| Testosterone (total) | The primary male sex hormone, total value in the blood. |
| Free testosterone | The biologically active fraction of testosterone, unbound to proteins. |
| SHBG | Protein that transports testosterone; partly determines the active fraction. |
| LH | Pituitary hormone that stimulates the testes to produce testosterone. |
| FSH | Pituitary hormone that plays a role in sperm production. |
With every result, your personal report includes an explanation from our doctor.
Three steps to your report
- 1
Order online
Choose Essential Hormones Male and your collection point. You receive your lab form by email.
- 2
Blood draw at a collection point
At one of the 1000+ collection points, no referral needed.
- 3
Results with an explanation from our doctor
Typically within 2 working days, reviewed by a BIG-registered doctor.
Insight, explained by our doctor.
A personal report with an explanation from our doctor, and all your results in one secure place.
Personal report
With an explanation from our doctor for your results. Reference values always come from the laboratory.
Reviewed by a doctor
Every result reviewed by a BIG-registered doctor, measured in ISO 15189 accredited laboratories.
Your dashboard
All results in one secure place. Your progress visible with every test.
Do I need to fast?
Fasting is not required for hormones, but we recommend having your blood drawn in the morning between 7 and 10 o'clock, testosterone is at its highest then and most suitable for interpretation.
What is the difference between total and free testosterone?
Total testosterone measures all testosterone in the blood. Free testosterone measures the active, unbound fraction. SHBG partly determines the ratio between the two. The combination gives a more complete picture than total alone.
What if I take testosterone medication?
With testosterone replacement therapy, the values mainly reflect the medication. Please let us know so we can adjust the interpretation accordingly.
Is this package suitable for women?
No, this package is designed for men. For women, the Essential Hormones Female package is available.
What if my values are abnormal?
Our doctor provides explanation and context for your result. You can use the report for your own insight or bring it to conversations with your GP.
What if I want to measure more specific markers?
Through Bloodworks Select you can add additional markers such as DHEA-S, oestradiol, or cortisol.
How does this relate to a PSA test?
This package measures hormones, not PSA. For PSA monitoring (often relevant from age 50+), you can add PSA as a separate marker or consider a broader men's health package.
How quickly do I receive my results?
Typically within 2 working days of blood draw, you will receive your report by email.
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Essential Hormones Male · 5 biomarkers · results typically within 2 working days