Blue Horizon Medicals Men's hormones

Dihydrotestosterone (DHT)

This test measures dihydrotestosterone (DHT), the most active form of testosterone in the body. It suits men investigating hormone-related symptoms such as hair loss or prostate concerns who want this specific marker checked.

  • Doctor reviewed
  • Male
Sample
Blood
Collection
Venous draw at clinic or nurse home visit
Results in
12 days
Biomarkers
1
Doctor reviewed
Yes
Tests for
  • Dihydrotestosterone (DHT)

Test specifications

Provider
Blue Horizon Medicals
Sample type
blood
Collection method
venous draw at clinic or nurse home visit
Turnaround time
12 days
Biomarkers tested
1
At-home test
No
Doctor reviewed
Yes
Gender focus
Male

What's tested

1 biomarker as listed by Blue Horizon Medicals.

  • Dihydrotestosterone (DHT)

About this test

Dihydrotestosterone, or DHT, is the most active form of testosterone in the body and is formed from free testosterone. It is commonly looked at when investigating symptoms linked to androgen activity, such as hair loss or prostate health, in men. This test measures DHT on its own rather than as part of a wider hormone panel.

We do not have a directly comparable DHT test from another provider in our data, so we cannot make a direct price comparison. The test's price does sit well above the typical cost for men's hormone tests of a similar size that we track. It requires a venous blood draw, either at a clinic or via a nurse home visit, and takes around 12 days for results, longer than many other tests in this catalogue.

It scores lower on collection convenience because it needs a venous draw rather than a simpler at-home method, and on value for money given the price sits above the typical range for tests of this size. Clinical depth is modest, reflecting that it measures a single marker. Results are reviewed by a doctor, supporting its results and follow-up score.

Who is it for?

This suits men who specifically want DHT checked, for example alongside investigations into hair loss, prostate health or broader androgen activity, and who are comfortable with a venous blood draw and a longer wait of around 12 days for results.

We do not currently have a comparable DHT test from another provider in our data to suggest as a cheaper or faster alternative.

How it works

You give a venous blood sample, either at a clinic or during a nurse home visit; there is no at-home finger-prick option for this test. Once the sample reaches the lab, DHT is measured and the results are reviewed by a doctor before being sent back to you, typically within around 12 days.

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Measures DHT specifically, rather than as part of a broader panel.
  • Nurse home visit available if you would rather not attend a clinic.
  • A doctor checks the results before they are returned to you.

Cons

  • No at-home sample option; you'll need a venous draw at a clinic or nurse visit.
  • Priced well above the typical cost for men's hormone tests of similar size.
  • Results take around 12 days, longer than many other tests in this catalogue.
  • No comparable DHT test in our data to check the price against.

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score Single DHT marker, priced above the men's hormone median
Editorial confidence: 10.0/10

At £89.25, this single DHT test costs well above the typical price for men's hormone tests of similar size, and it requires a venous draw at a clinic or nurse home visit rather than an at-home sample. Results take around 12 days and are reviewed by a doctor. There is no directly comparable DHT test in our data to weigh the price against.

Score breakdown

  • Clarity and documentation 8.0/10

    The listing publishes a short description, the full biomarker list, a stated turnaround, clear collection options, the sample type; it does not state what the report looks like.

  • Clinical depth 5.2/10

    1 biomarkers, placing it in the 12th percentile of mens hormones tests we track.

  • Collection convenience 8.0/10

    A blood sample taken at home by a visiting nurse or phlebotomist; with a venous or clinic option as well; a home nurse visit is offered; results in around 12 days, slower than similar tests.

  • Results and follow-up 7.0/10

    Results are reviewed by a doctor; the provider does not describe the report format.

  • Trust signals 7.5/10

    Trustpilot 4.2 from 395 reviews; accredited lab (UKAS ISO 15189 partner labs); trading 17+ years.

  • Value for money 3.4/10

    £89.25 against a median of £55.00 for the 12 similarly sized mens hormones tests we track (+62%).

Calculated 13 September 2026 from the facts we hold about this test and provider, using our published scoring formula. Scores are not hand-edited.

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