Testosterone levels (total)
From DoctorMyhill
| Test Details for Ordering | |
|---|---|
| Test | Testosterone levels (total) |
| Laboratory | The Doctors' Laboratory |
| Price | £30.00 |
| Bloods | Yes |
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DESCRIPTION
Measures testosterone, the male hormone, in the blood. Most often do this test in men with chronic fatigue who are not responding to my usual work up, in men with osteoporosis or in men with pesticide poisoning.
SAMPLE
blood
KIT
gold topped serum blood tube
INSTRUCTIONS
To complete the test: have the blood taken and put in the blood tube (see blood letting information), make sure that your name and date of birth are clearly marked on the tube. Check that your details are correct on the request form. Using the packaging materials provided prepare the sample for posting in the pre-paid addressed envelope. Please, make sure that the request form is sent along with the samples. Do not post on a Friday. Please, send me your GP's details so I can write to him/her with the result and suggestions for management. Also send me any diagnoses you may already have.
NB PLEASE NOTE THERE IS AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE FOR THE LETTER TO GP FOR NON-PATIENTS.
