Medichecks Men's health

Hair Loss Blood Test

If you're noticing thinning hair or excessive shedding, this test can help uncover potential causes. Hair loss can be linked to hormonal imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, or underlying health conditions.

  • At-home test
  • Doctor reviewed
  • Male
Sample
Blood
Collection
At-home finger-prick or in-store clinic or home nurse visit or venous draw at clinic
Results in
7 days
Biomarkers
7
Doctor reviewed
Yes

Test specifications

Provider
Medichecks
Sample type
blood
Collection method
at-home finger-prick or in-store clinic or home nurse visit or venous draw at clinic
Turnaround time
7 days
Biomarkers tested
7
At-home test
Yes
Doctor reviewed
Yes
Gender focus
Male

About this test

If you're noticing thinning hair or excessive shedding, this test can help uncover potential causes. Hair loss can be linked to hormonal imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, or underlying health conditions. By measuring key markers related to thyroid function, iron levels, and hormone balance, this test provides valuable insights to help you take control of your hair health.

Description provided by Medichecks.

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score
Editorial confidence: 9.0/10

Score breakdown

  • Clarity and documentation 6.0/10

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

  • Clinical depth 7.5/10

    7 biomarkers, placing it in the 58th percentile of mens health tests we track.

  • Collection convenience 8.0/10

    Can be done at home; with a venous or clinic option as well; a home nurse visit is offered; results in around 7 days.

  • Results and follow-up 7.5/10

    Results are reviewed by a doctor.

  • Trust signals 9.5/10

    Trustpilot 4.5 from 2,477 reviews; accredited lab (UKAS ISO 15189 partner labs); doctor review as standard; trading 25+ years.

  • Value for money 6.0/10

    £85.00; no comparable tests to benchmark against yet.

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