Male Hormone Profile
A 10-marker male hormone profile assessing testosterone availability, pituitary signalling, oestradiol, DHEA-S and hormone-binding proteins.
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1 business day
Biomarkers count
10
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Overview of the Male Hormone Profile Test
The Male Hormone Profile is a comprehensive 10-marker blood test assessing Testosterone production, Testosterone availability, pituitary signalling, adrenal androgen activity and Oestradiol balance.
Measuring Total Testosterone alone does not provide the full picture of male androgen status.
A substantial proportion of circulating Testosterone is bound to proteins, particularly Sex Hormone Binding Globulin and Albumin.
For this reason, the profile combines Total Testosterone with SHBG, Albumin, a calculated Free Testosterone result and Free Androgen Index.
FSH and LH assess pituitary signalling to the testes.
Prolactin provides additional information because significantly abnormal levels can affect reproductive and sexual hormone function.
Oestradiol is also relevant in men and contributes to bone health, sexual function and wider endocrine balance.
DHEA Sulphate provides information about adrenal androgen production.
The Male Hormone Profile costs £299.99 and results are generally expected within approximately one working day.
What Does the Male Hormone Profile Test Check?
The Male Hormone Profile measures 10 biomarkers and calculated hormone indices.
bi-check-circle :: Albumin :: Measures a major circulating protein that binds a proportion of Testosterone and is used in calculated assessment of hormone availability.
bi-check-circle :: DHEA Sulphate :: Measures an adrenal androgen precursor produced predominantly by the adrenal glands.
bi-check-circle :: Follicle Stimulating Hormone :: Measures FSH, a pituitary hormone involved in testicular function and sperm production.
bi-check-circle :: Free Androgen Index :: Calculates the relationship between Total Testosterone and SHBG to provide additional information about androgen availability.
bi-check-circle :: Free Testosterone Calculation :: Estimates the fraction of circulating Testosterone that is not tightly bound to SHBG.
bi-check-circle :: Luteinising Hormone :: Measures LH, the pituitary hormone that stimulates Testosterone production by the testes.
bi-check-circle :: Oestradiol :: Measures the principal circulating oestrogen, which has important physiological roles in men.
bi-check-circle :: Prolactin :: Measures a pituitary hormone that can affect libido, reproductive signalling and Testosterone regulation when significantly abnormal.
bi-check-circle :: Sex Hormone Binding Globulin :: Measures the main circulating protein that binds Testosterone and influences how much hormone is available to tissues.
bi-check-circle :: Testosterone :: Measures Total Testosterone circulating in the blood.
Who May Benefit From the Male Hormone Profile Test?
The profile may be useful for men requiring a broader hormonal assessment than Testosterone alone.
Men with reduced libido - Testosterone availability and Prolactin can provide useful endocrine information.
Men with persistent fatigue or reduced motivation - Hormonal abnormalities are one of several possible contributors.
Men with erectile difficulties - Hormonal testing can form part of wider assessment.
Men experiencing difficulty maintaining muscle mass - Androgen status may be relevant.
Men undergoing fertility assessment - FSH and LH provide information about reproductive endocrine signalling.
Men with a previous borderline Testosterone result - SHBG, Albumin and calculated Free Testosterone provide additional context.
Men undergoing Testosterone therapy monitoring - A broader hormone profile can provide useful treatment information where clinically appropriate.
Men wanting a detailed hormonal baseline - Ten markers provide broader endocrine information for future comparison.
Symptoms and Reasons to Consider the Male Hormone Profile Test
Hormonal abnormalities can produce varied and often non-specific symptoms.
Reduced sex drive - Low androgen availability or elevated Prolactin can be relevant.
Erectile difficulties - Hormonal causes represent one part of a wider differential diagnosis.
Persistent fatigue - Testosterone and other hormone abnormalities may contribute in some men.
Loss of strength or muscle mass - Androgen deficiency is one possible cause.
Reduced shaving frequency or body hair changes - Significant androgen deficiency may cause physical changes.
Fertility problems - FSH, LH and Testosterone are relevant to male reproductive function.
Breast tenderness or enlargement - Testosterone and Oestradiol balance may be relevant.
Symptoms while using Testosterone replacement - Monitoring can help place treatment levels into context.
Symptoms of low Testosterone are not specific and should not be diagnosed from symptoms or a single isolated blood result.
Persistently abnormal Testosterone should be interpreted together with the timing of collection, symptoms, medication and pituitary hormones.
How to Prepare
Do not stop Testosterone or other prescribed hormonal medication without advice from the clinician responsible for your treatment.
Where low Testosterone is being investigated diagnostically, repeat morning testing may sometimes be required.
How to Book Your Male Hormone Profile Test
The Male Hormone Profile can be booked privately with professional venous blood collection.
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A trained healthcare professional collects the required venous blood sample.
Laboratory analysis
Testosterone, binding proteins, calculated androgen indices, pituitary hormones, Oestradiol and DHEA-S are assessed.
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Your completed Male Hormone Profile is returned securely.
When Will I Receive My Results?
The expected turnaround time for the Basic Screen is approximately 1 business day.
Results are sent securely by email once laboratory analysis and authorisation are complete. Turnaround normally begins when the laboratory receives your blood sample rather than necessarily from the time your sample is collected.
Most markers within this panel are routinely processed, although occasional laboratory delays or the need to repeat an analysis may extend the expected turnaround. Results outside the expected range should be reviewed with a GP or suitably qualified healthcare professional where appropriate.
Understanding Your Results
Total Testosterone should not always be interpreted in isolation.
SHBG can substantially alter the proportion of Testosterone available to tissues, which is why calculated Free Testosterone and the Free Androgen Index provide additional context.
LH can help distinguish whether low Testosterone occurs alongside reduced pituitary stimulation or increased pituitary signalling.
FSH provides information relevant to testicular and sperm-producing function.
Raised Prolactin can suppress reproductive hormone signalling in some circumstances.
Oestradiol also needs context because both unusually low and high concentrations can be clinically relevant.
One abnormal result does not independently establish an endocrine diagnosis.
Why Book With London Blood Tests?
London Blood Tests provides a detailed assessment of male hormone production and availability rather than relying on Total Testosterone alone.
10 hormone-related markers - Testosterone, binding proteins, pituitary hormones, Oestradiol and DHEA-S are assessed together.
Calculated Free Testosterone included - Provides information about estimated biologically available Testosterone.
SHBG and Albumin included - Important hormone-binding proteins are measured.
LH and FSH included - Pituitary regulation of testicular function is assessed.
Prolactin included - An important potential contributor to reproductive hormone disruption is measured.
Oestradiol included - Male oestrogen balance is assessed.
DHEA-S included - Adrenal androgen production forms part of the profile.
Fast results - Reporting is generally expected within approximately one working day.
Clear pricing - The Male Hormone Profile costs £299.99.
Private Male Hormone Profile Blood Test in London
London Blood Tests provides the private Male Hormone Profile for £299.99.
The profile contains 10 hormone-related measurements covering Testosterone status, hormone availability, pituitary signalling, Oestradiol and adrenal androgen activity.
Results are generally expected within approximately one working day.