Testosterone Blood Test

A single blood test measuring total testosterone, a hormone linked to sex drive, energy, mood, fertility and muscle mass in both men and women. Suited to anyone wanting a straightforward first check on their testosterone level.

  • At-home test
  • Doctor reviewed
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
1
Doctor reviewed
Yes
Tests for
  • Total Testosterone

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
1
At-home test
Yes
Doctor reviewed
Yes
Gender focus
Both

What's tested

1 biomarker as listed by Selph.

Testosterone

  • Total Testosterone

About this test

The Testosterone Blood Test measures total testosterone, the main androgen hormone in both men and women, produced mainly in the testes in men and the adrenal glands and ovaries in women. Total testosterone gives an overall picture of your level, though it doesn't distinguish the free, biologically active portion, which needs the SHBG and albumin measurements included in Selph's Male Hormone Blood Test.

Among the seven single-marker testosterone tests in this comparison group, Selph's £49 price sits just above the £47.13 median. Medichecks charges £19 for the same single marker, and Forth and London Medical Laboratory also come in cheaper, at £29 and £39 respectively, while Better2Know's pricier listing reaches £135 for the same test.

Because this is a single-marker test, its clinical depth score reflects that it measures exactly what it's designed to, rather than being marked down for narrow coverage. Collection convenience and trust signals both score highly, covering multiple collection routes and a doctor-reviewed report, while the value for money score is only middling given the range of cheaper alternatives in this group.

Who is it for?

This suits anyone who wants a simple, one-off check on their total testosterone level, for example to track a symptom such as low energy or reduced sex drive over time. If you want free testosterone included as well, Selph's own Male Hormone Blood Test adds this along with LH, FSH and SHBG for £65. If price is your main concern, Medichecks tests the same single marker for £19.

How it works

You collect a finger-prick blood sample at home using the included kit, or choose Tasso EasyDraw, a clinic visit, a home nurse visit or your own venous draw at extra cost. Once your sample reaches Selph's lab, results are typically ready in one to two days and are reviewed by a Selph doctor before you receive your report.

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Low-cost way to check total testosterone on its own
  • Can be upgraded later to Selph's Male Hormone Blood Test for a fuller picture
  • Comes with a written doctor's report on your result
  • Choice of finger-prick, clinic, nurse-visit or own venous draw

Cons

  • Priced above the £47.13 group median for single-marker testosterone tests
  • Medichecks tests the same marker for as little as £19
  • Does not include free testosterone or SHBG, unlike Selph's Male Hormone Blood Test

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score Above-median price for a single total testosterone test
Editorial confidence: 10.0/10

This £49 test checks total testosterone only, without the free testosterone calculation available on Selph's own Male Hormone Blood Test. It's priced slightly above the £47.13 median for the seven testosterone tests we compare, with Medichecks charging as little as £19 for the same single marker. Results are reviewed by a doctor within one to two days.

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 7.5/10

    A single-marker test measuring exactly what it sets out to; depth is not the point of this comparison group.

  • Collection convenience 9.0/10

    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 and follow-up 7.0/10

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

  • 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 6.2/10

    £49.00 against a comparison-group median of £47.13 (+4%).

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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Testosterone check, cheapest in its comparison group by far

A single-marker blood test measuring total testosterone, the main male sex hormone, which also plays a role in muscle strength, mood and energy levels. Aimed at men wanting a low-cost way to check or monitor this one hormone.

  • At-home test
8.6 / 10

Testosterone Blood Test

Testosterone test priced close to the market median

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  • At-home test
7.9 / 10