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The TRT Screening Panel assesses testosterone levels and key regulatory hormones. It supports safe and informed testosterone therapy decisions.
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SelectedThe TRT Screening Panel is a comprehensive blood test designed to evaluate whether testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) may be appropriate and safe before treatment begins. It assesses testosterone levels, hormonal regulation, and key health markers that can influence or be affected by testosterone therapy.
This panel evaluates the androgen axis, thyroid function, cardiovascular risk, metabolic health, and organ function to provide a clear baseline before considering TRT.
The panel includes the following biomarkers:
Hormonal markers
Total Testosterone
Free Testosterone (calculated)
Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG)
Luteinising Hormone (LH)
Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
Prolactin
Albumin
Thyroid function
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
Free T4
Free T3
Cardiovascular and metabolic health
Lipid Profile
Apolipoprotein B (ApoB)
Blood health
Full Blood Count (FBC)
Liver function
Liver Function Tests (LFT)
Kidney function
Urea & Electrolytes (U&E)
Additional health markers
Ferritin
Vitamin D
Cortisol
Prostate health
Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA)
Together, these markers provide a detailed overview of hormonal balance and overall health before initiating testosterone therapy.
Low testosterone can affect many aspects of health, including energy levels, mood, libido, muscle mass, and metabolic function. However, testosterone therapy should only be considered after a thorough evaluation to ensure that treatment is appropriate and safe.
The TRT Screening Panel helps determine:
Whether testosterone levels are low
Whether the cause may be testicular or pituitary
Whether underlying conditions could affect testosterone levels
Whether TRT can be started safely
You may benefit from this test if you experience:
Reduced libido or erectile difficulties
Persistent fatigue or low energy
Loss of muscle mass or strength
Increased body fat
Mood changes or brain fog
Poor exercise recovery
Suspected low testosterone
Considering testosterone replacement therapy
Comprehensive testosterone assessment
Measures total and free testosterone alongside SHBG and albumin.
Identifies hormonal causes of low testosterone
LH and FSH help distinguish primary and secondary hypogonadism.
Evaluates thyroid influence on hormones
Thyroid function can significantly affect testosterone levels and symptoms.
Assesses cardiovascular risk before therapy
Lipid profile and ApoB help evaluate heart health.
Establishes a safe treatment baseline
Blood count, liver, and kidney markers help ensure TRT safety.
Screens for prostate health concerns
PSA testing is recommended before initiating TRT in men.
Identifies metabolic and nutritional factors
Ferritin, vitamin D, and cortisol provide additional clinical insight.
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Samples are sent to the laboratory for analysis
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This pattern may suggest primary hypogonadism, where the testes are not producing sufficient testosterone despite appropriate pituitary stimulation.
Further specialist evaluation may be recommended.
This pattern may indicate secondary hypogonadism, where reduced signalling from the pituitary or hypothalamus affects testosterone production.
Lifestyle factors, stress, or medical conditions can contribute.
Some men may have normal total testosterone but reduced free testosterone due to higher SHBG levels.
This can lead to symptoms despite apparently normal total testosterone values.
Simple steps to get your results
Choose your test online and book in seconds. Select your preferred clinic location or home visit option.
Attend one of our UK or London clinics, arrange a home nurse visit, or use a finger-prick kit where available.
Your sample is analysed by accredited UK laboratories, with secure results delivered directly to you.
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Where possible, attend your blood test between 7am and 12pm. Please wait until any short-term illness or infection has fully resolved before testing. Avoid intense exercise for 24–48 hours beforehand, as this can affect certain markers.
Fasting is not always required, but some tests may recommend it. If fasting is advised, avoid food for 8–12 hours before your appointment and drink water only. Stay well hydrated, as this helps with sample collection and accuracy.
Continue prescribed medications unless advised otherwise by your clinician. Avoid vitamin, mineral, or biotin supplements for at least 24–48 hours before your test, as these can interfere with results. If you are unsure about any medication or supplement, please let us know before your appointment.
For hormone-related tests, timing within your menstrual cycle may be important. If relevant, follow any specific guidance provided on your test page.
If you have any questions or special circumstances, our team is happy to advise before your appointment.
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