Selph General health & wellness

7 Simple Checks

7 Simple Checks - a comprehensive blood test you do every year to stay healthy. This is the test we (the doctors) do!

At-home test
Doctor reviewed
Subscription available

Sample: Blood
Collection: At-home finger-prick or Tasso EasyDraw or venous draw (clinic, nurse visit or own kit)
Results in: 1–2 days
Biomarkers: 27
Doctor reviewed: Yes

Tests for

Free thyroxine (FT4)
Apolipoprotein B
HDL cholesterol
LDL cholesterol
Non-HDL cholesterol
Total cholesterol
Triglycerides
Uric acid
Total Cholesterol to HDL Cholesterol Percentage
Total Cholesterol to HDL Cholesterol Ratio
Free Triiodothyronine (T3)
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone
+15 more

Test specifications

Provider: Selph
Sample type: blood
Collection method: at-home finger-prick or Tasso EasyDraw or venous draw (clinic, nurse visit or own kit)
Turnaround time: 1–2 days
Biomarkers tested: 27
At-home test: Yes
Doctor reviewed: Yes
Gender focus: Both

What's tested

27 biomarkers as listed by Selph.

Advanced Thyroid Profile (with antibodies)

Free thyroxine (FT4)

Cholesterol status

Apolipoprotein B
HDL cholesterol
LDL cholesterol
Non-HDL cholesterol
Total cholesterol
Triglycerides

Gout risk

Uric acid

Heart & Brain

Total Cholesterol to HDL Cholesterol Percentage
Total Cholesterol to HDL Cholesterol Ratio

Hormones

Free Triiodothyronine (T3)
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone

Inflammation & cancer risk

High-sensitivity C-reactive Protein

Iron status

Ferritin

Kidney health

Creatinine
Urea

Kidney Health

Estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR from creatinine)

Liver Function

Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT)
Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP)

Liver health

Bilirubin

Liver Health

Gamma-glutamyl Transpeptidase (GGT)

Nutrients

Active Vitamin B12

Proteins

Albumin
Globulin
Total protein

Sugar handling

Haemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)

Vitamins

Vitamin D

About this test

Who is 7 Simple Checks for?

It's designed for adults who want a sensible, proactive way to keep an eye on their health - whether you feel well or have minor concerns you'd like to understand better.

How is 7 Simple Checks different from other "full health" blood tests?

Many health tests measure dozens or even hundreds of markers, which can be hard to interpret, add little value and are may even cause unnecessary worry. 7 Simple Checks focuses on seven areas that have the biggest impact on long-term health, prioritising clarity, relevance and repeatability.

How is the blood sample taken?

You can choose from different blood collection methods, including finger-prick kits, the Tasso EasyDraw device and venous blood draws in a clinic or with a nurse that comes to you. Some add-on tests are only available with certain collection methods, which we'll guide you through.

How will I get my results?

Your results are shared securely online, with clear explanations written by doctors. We aim to make them easy to understand, even if you've never had a blood test before.

Blood collection options

Finger-prick blood collection (included)
EasyDraw blood collection (+£25.00)
Visit a clinic to have your blood taken (+£35.00)
Book a venous draw at home or work with a nurse (+£70.00)
Arrange your own venous blood draw (included)

Description provided by Selph.

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score

Editorial confidence: 10.0/10

Score breakdown

Clarity and documentation 9.0/10

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.
Clinical depth 6.3/10

27 biomarkers against a median of 40 across the 21 tests in its comparison group.
Collection convenience 10.0/10

Can be done at home; with a venous or clinic option as well; a home nurse visit is offered; results within 2 days.
Results and follow-up 8.5/10

Results are reviewed by a doctor.
Trust signals 10.0/10

Trustpilot 4.9 from 71,592 reviews; accredited lab (UKAS ISO 15189 partner labs (Inuvi, TDL)); CQC registered; doctor review as standard.
Value for money 5.6/10

£179.00 against a comparison-group median of £159.00 (+13%).

Compare with similar tests

This test belongs to our Advanced health check (26 to 50 markers) comparison group. See how it stacks up against equivalent tests from other providers.