A 4-marker blood test covering free and total testosterone, albumin and SHBG, used to look into symptoms associated with low testosterone. Suited to men wanting a focused hormone check rather than a broad panel.
4 biomarkers as listed by Medichecks.
This test measures total and free testosterone alongside albumin and SHBG, the two proteins used to calculate how much of your testosterone is biologically active rather than bound up and unavailable. Together these four markers are commonly used to look into symptoms associated with low testosterone, such as low energy, reduced libido or changes in body composition.
At £39 it is the cheapest test in its comparison group by a wide margin: Selph and Numan both charge £58 for a 5-marker version, London Medical Laboratory £59 for the same 4 markers, and Bluecrest Wellness £119 for its 4-marker profile. Clinical depth is judged against a median of 4 markers across the group, so this test matches the typical depth while undercutting almost everyone on price, which is what drives its strong value for money score.
Collection convenience scores at the top of the scale because you have the choice of an at-home finger-prick kit, a clinic visit or a home nurse visit, with results back in around 2 days. One caveat worth knowing: Medichecks itself recommends a venous blood draw over the finger-prick kit for this particular test, to reduce the risk of the sample being contaminated by testosterone gels, creams, or contact with surfaces that carry them.
This suits you if you have symptoms that might point to low testosterone, such as persistent fatigue, low libido or unexplained changes in muscle or body fat, and you want a focused hormone panel rather than a broad men's health check. It is also a sensible pick on price alone: at £39 it undercuts every comparable testosterone panel we track, including ones from Selph, Numan and London Medical Laboratory that measure a similar or slightly wider set of markers.
If you use topical testosterone gels or creams, or you'd simply rather avoid a finger-prick altogether, it's worth choosing the venous draw option (in clinic or via a home nurse) rather than the at-home kit, since Medichecks flags a contamination risk with the finger-prick method for this specific test.
You can collect the sample at home with a finger-prick kit, at an in-store clinic, or via a home nurse visit, all using a blood draw depending on the option chosen; Medichecks recommends the venous route for this test to avoid contamination from testosterone gels or creams. Results are typically back in around 2 days, and a doctor reviews and comments on every result.
This is a 4-marker testosterone test, free testosterone, total testosterone, albumin and SHBG, priced at £39, well below every comparable panel we track, including Selph and Numan at £58 and Blue Horizon Medicals at £73.25. You can do it at home with a finger-prick kit, though Medichecks recommends a venous draw instead to avoid contamination from testosterone gels or creams.
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.
4 biomarkers against a median of 4 across the 7 tests in its comparison group.
A finger-prick sample you take at home; with a venous or clinic option as well; a home nurse visit is offered; results in around 2 days, in line with or faster than similar tests.
Results are reviewed by a doctor; the provider does not describe the report format.
Trustpilot 4.5 from 2,477 reviews; accredited lab (UKAS ISO 15189 partner labs); doctor review as standard; trading 25+ years.
£39.00 against a comparison-group median of £59.00 (-34%).
Calculated 13 September 2026 from the facts we hold about this test and provider, using our published scoring formula. Scores are not hand-edited.
This test belongs to our Free and total testosterone comparison group. See how it stacks up against equivalent tests from other providers.
Covers free testosterone for men and FAI for women
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Slightly deeper than most peers, priced close to the median
A five-marker blood test measuring free and total testosterone alongside SHBG and albumin, for checking symptoms like low energy, low mood or reduced sex drive.
Ties Selph's testosterone test on price and depth
This blood test measures five markers, including free and total testosterone, SHBG and albumin. It suits men noticing symptoms like low energy or reduced libido who want a fuller testosterone picture.
Priced at the median for four-marker testosterone tests
A four-marker blood test combining total testosterone, free testosterone calculation, SHBG and albumin for a fuller read on available testosterone.
Pricier free testosterone test than most group peers
This test measures free testosterone alongside total testosterone, SHBG and albumin, used to calculate how much testosterone is actually available to the body. It suits men wanting a fuller hormone picture than total testosterone alone.
Most expensive testosterone test among seven we compare
Measures total and free testosterone alongside SHBG and albumin, used to assess whether low or imbalanced testosterone could explain symptoms such as low libido or fatigue in men.
Covers free testosterone for men and FAI for women
A 5-marker testosterone panel calculating free and bioavailable testosterone from total testosterone, SHBG and albumin, suitable for men and women investigating hormone symptoms.
Slightly deeper than most peers, priced close to the median
A five-marker blood test measuring free and total testosterone alongside SHBG and albumin, for checking symptoms like low energy, low mood or reduced sex drive.
Ties Selph's testosterone test on price and depth
This blood test measures five markers, including free and total testosterone, SHBG and albumin. It suits men noticing symptoms like low energy or reduced libido who want a fuller testosterone picture.
Priced at the median for four-marker testosterone tests
A four-marker blood test combining total testosterone, free testosterone calculation, SHBG and albumin for a fuller read on available testosterone.
