Priciest Hepatitis C test in our comparison group
A single blood test that measures the amount of Hepatitis C virus in your blood, for people who already have a confirmed infection and want to track their viral load rather than screen for the virus for the first time.
Viral load monitoring test, not an initial HIV screen
A blood test measuring HIV viral load, aimed at people who already know their HIV status and want to check how the infection or its treatment is progressing, rather than a first exposure check.
Tests specifically for the less common HIV type 2
A blood test that checks specifically for HIV type 2, the less common of the two HIV types, using PCR technology on a venous sample.
Clinic test targeting the parvum species
A clinic-based urine test for Ureaplasma parvum specifically, one of the species of Ureaplasma bacteria that can cause a genitourinary infection. Suited to people who want to check for this particular species rather than Ureaplasma generally.
Infection-control swab priced above typical immunity tests
A rectal swab test screening for multidrug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria (MRGN), including carbapenemase-producing organisms, commonly used for infection-control screening around hospital admission or discharge.
Priciest four-infection screen against home-kit rivals
A same-day clinic screen for HIV, syphilis, chlamydia and gonorrhoea using a blood sample and a swab, for anyone who wants an instant result rather than a postal kit.
Mumps IgG immunity check, clinic blood draw only
This blood test measures Mumps IgG antibodies to show whether you have had Mumps before or are immune following vaccination. It suits anyone unsure of their Mumps immunity status, particularly adult men concerned about complications.
Mumps IgM test for recent infection, clinic only
This blood test measures Mumps IgM antibodies, which typically appear during or shortly after a Mumps infection. It suits people with recent symptoms or possible exposure who want to check for a current or recent infection.
Clinic-based fertility hormone test with 1-day results
A clinic-based blood test for anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH), commonly used to help assess ovarian reserve and support decisions about fertility treatment dosing. Suited to women investigating fertility, irregular periods or possible PCOS.
Bilharzia urine test, priced well above typical
This urine test checks for an antigen produced by Bilharzia (schistosomiasis) parasites, most relevant if you have travelled to affected areas such as sub-Saharan Africa. It suits you if you want to check for this specific infection after relevant travel.
Two-site MRSA swab with next-day result, clinic only
This test screens for MRSA colonisation using swabs from two body sites, taken at a Better2Know clinic. It suits people who need to confirm MRSA status before a hospital admission or after treatment.
Priced above typical for a single-marker men's test
This is a blood test that measures PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen), a marker commonly used to assess prostate health. It suits men who want to check their PSA level, particularly if they have urinary symptoms or want a baseline reading to discuss with a doctor.
