Testosterone & SHBG Home Test Kit
Assess your Free Androgen Index (FAI) for optimum control
Testosterone & SHBG Home Test Kit
Assess your Free Androgen Index (FAI) for optimum control
£79.00
Includes FREE delivery!
You can feel flat, foggy, or notice changes in libido, mood, cycles, or body composition, yet still be told your testosterone is “normal”. Total testosterone alone does not always reflect how much is available for your body to use.
This test measures testosterone and Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG), then uses them to estimate free testosterone and the Free Androgen Index. It can add context when symptoms do not match total testosterone, support assessment of hormone balance in situations such as PCOS or androgen deficiency or excess, and help you monitor change over time, including during hormone therapy.
If you want a clearer picture of biologically active testosterone, this test gives you objective data you can act on with confidence.
How would you like to take your test?
How would you like to take your test?
This test is offered in collaboration with Check From Home, and you should discuss your test program with them before purchasing.
Upon purchase, your data and results are shared with Check From Home.
What the Testosterone & SHBG test is for
You can have symptoms that suggest a hormone imbalance, such as changes in libido, mood, energy, cycles, or body composition, even when a single “total testosterone” result looks within range. This home blood test is designed to add clarity by looking at testosterone alongside Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG), a transport protein that affects how much testosterone is actually available to your tissues.
By measuring total testosterone and SHBG, the test estimates free testosterone and calculates the Free Androgen Index. These calculated results help indicate biologically active testosterone, which can be more informative than total testosterone alone when symptoms and standard results do not line up.
Testing from home with a home test kit can support the assessment of hormone balance in situations such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), suspected androgen excess or deficiency, and it can be used to monitor change over time, including during hormone therapy. The aim is not to label a number as “good” or “bad”, but to give you objective data that makes your next decision clearer.
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What's included in your test?
Your test kit will contain the following sample types which the laboratory will use to test your sample:
The following sample guidance is required for this test, please follow carefully:
- One easy self-collection sample
- Your sample should be collected between 7 - 10 a.m when testosterone levels will naturally be at their highest.
- If you use hormone infused hand creams, gels or sprays within 72 hours before collecting your sample, there is a risk of sample contamination. If your treatment cannot be paused for 72 hours, wear gloves when applying the treatment and avoid contact with the hand from which the sample will be collected from. Additionally, it is crucial to thoroughly wash your hands before you collect your sample.
Get tested fast with a home test kit, using a finger-prick blood sample. Collect easily with no needles, with free priority postage to an accredited laboratory.
You can also opt for a clinic visit, for professional sample collection by experienced staff, in a comfortable & caring environment.
This Testosterone & SHBG test measures the following biomarkers to assess your free androgen index (fai) for optimum control.
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How this works ›Why take the Testosterone & SHBG test?
Designed for clients of Check From Home who want to understand how much testosterone is biologically available, not just whether total testosterone falls within range.
It is suited to women with fertility concerns or irregular or missing periods who want to check for higher androgen activity, including in the context of PCOS.
It is also for people using testosterone as part of hormone replacement therapy who want a clearer way to monitor change over time alongside symptoms.
- Are female with fertility issues, or having irregular or missing periods and would like to check for high testosterone levels
- Have been taking testosterone as part of hormone replacement therapy
- Have polycystic ovary syndrome
Order your Testosterone & SHBG test and get the insights you need to feel your best.
Expert Analysis In An Accredited Laboratory
Once your sample reaches the UKAS-accredited lab, the magic begins. But this isn't simple science – we insist on state-of-the-art automated technology to ensure your results are processed with unmatched accuracy and efficiency.
- UKCA marked test kits for full regulatory compliance.
- IVDD certified diagnostics for total quality reassurance.
- Medically led UKAS accredited laboratory testing for accurate results.
Dr. Kate Bishop
Chief Scientific Officer
"All testing is conducted by healthcare professionals in a medically-led laboratory. Accredited lab testing is the best way to be confident that your test results are accurate. Get tested now for complete reassurance."
Delivery and results
The Testosterone & SHBG test offers a Finger-prick blood home test kit, clinic visit or home nurse visit for sample collection. Kits are posted to your home free of charge.
Easily sampling from home or at a clinic offers you the most convenient and stress-free way to get tested. Your test also includes free 24 hour tracked sample return to the laboratory.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Home test kits contain full instructions and everything you need to safely collect and return your sample. Please see the following details relating to this test below:
- One easy self-collection sample
- Your sample should be collected between 7 - 10 a.m when testosterone levels will naturally be at their highest.
- If you use hormone infused hand creams, gels or sprays within 72 hours before collecting your sample, there is a risk of sample contamination. If your treatment cannot be paused for 72 hours, wear gloves when applying the treatment and avoid contact with the hand from which the sample will be collected from. Additionally, it is crucial to thoroughly wash your hands before you collect your sample.
We also have a guide on how to collect a high quality sample which you may find useful.
The Vitall test is available online for just £79.00. Your home test kit will be dispatched by free first class post for delivery to your door.
When you checkout to buy your Testosterone & SHBG test online we also offer additional options, including:
- Visit the Patient Reception in central London for just £35. Your Testosterone & SHBG test sample can be collected by a qualified nurse for immediate analysis.
- Have a nurse visit you to collect the sample for your Testosterone & SHBG test, this is nationwide for just £79.
Whichever option you choose at checkout, buying the best Testosterone & SHBG test online in the UK with Vitall ensures high quality results from an accredited laboratory.
Take control of your health today with one of Vitall’s home blood tests.
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