A single blood test that measures prostate specific antigen (PSA), a marker commonly used to assess prostate health. Suitable for men, particularly those over 40 with a family history or symptoms to discuss with a GP.
1 biomarker as listed by Bluecrest Wellness.
PSA, or prostate specific antigen, is a protein produced by the prostate gland. A raised level is commonly used as one indicator of prostate health, alongside age, family history and other factors, and this test measures PSA on its own rather than as part of a wider panel.
Within the group of single PSA tests we compare, Bluecrest's is the most expensive at £85, above Better2Know's £75 and considerably more than options from Randox Health, Medichecks, Forth and Selph, several of which sit between £33 and £59. The core test itself, a PSA measurement from a venous blood draw, is the same regardless of provider.
The score here reflects a detailed listing that covers the biomarker, sample type and turnaround clearly, and a lab that is UKAS ISO 15189 accredited and CQC registered, but marks are lost on value for money given the gap to cheaper peers, on collection convenience because it needs an in-person venous draw rather than a home kit, and on results and follow-up because there is no doctor review as standard.
This suits men, typically over 40, who want a straightforward PSA check as part of monitoring prostate health or tracking levels over time, and who are happy to attend a Bluecrest venue for a venous blood draw. If price is the main concern, Selph offers the same single PSA test for £59 and Medichecks for £45, both notably cheaper than Bluecrest's £85. Anyone with symptoms or a family history of prostate conditions should discuss testing with a GP rather than relying on a self-arranged test alone.
You attend one of Bluecrest's local venues for a venous blood draw; no at-home kit is offered for this test. The sample is sent to Bluecrest's own UKAS ISO 15189 accredited laboratory for PSA analysis, with results typically back within 3 to 8 days. Results are not reviewed by a doctor as standard; Bluecrest's GP consultations are only included in its premium packages.
The listing publishes a detailed description, the full biomarker list, a stated turnaround, clear collection options, the sample type; it does not state what the report looks like.
A single-marker test measuring exactly what it sets out to; depth is not the point of this comparison group.
Requires a venous draw at a clinic; results in around 8 days.
Results are not doctor-reviewed as standard.
Trustpilot 4.7 from 6,787 reviews; accredited lab (UKAS ISO 15189 own lab); CQC registered; trading 14+ years.
£85.00 against a comparison-group median of £59.00 (+44%).
This test belongs to our PSA test comparison group. See how it stacks up against equivalent tests from other providers.
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Are you over 50, over 45 and of black ethnicity, or have a strong family history of prostate cancer? Our PSA Blood Test may detect raised PSA levels, helping to identify potential signs of prostate cancer and enabling you to take early action for your health.
A single blood test measuring prostate specific antigen (PSA), a marker commonly used to help assess prostate cancer risk. Suited to men aged 45 and over, or 40 and over if at higher risk, as part of regular monitoring.
A single-marker blood test measuring prostate specific antigen, aimed at men monitoring prostate health, including those over 50 or with a family history of prostate cancer.
PSA is a marker for prostate cancer. Measure your PSA levels with our at-home blood test.
