Advanced GP3 Male, Full Hormone Profile blood test in Chiswick

What the test measures

This detailed screen for men brings together a full blood count, an advanced cardiovascular profile with apolipoproteins, lipoprotein (a) and small LDL particles, and blood sugar markers including HbA1c, fasting glucose, insulin and C-peptide. Organ health is covered through liver, kidney, pancreas, bone and muscle markers, with cystatin C as a second kidney measure.

The hormone section includes testosterone, sex hormone binding globulin, free androgen index, LH, FSH, prolactin, oestradiol and progesterone, alongside a full thyroid profile with antibodies. The panel also measures PSA, iron studies, vitamin D, B12, folate, magnesium, inflammation and immune markers, allergy and coeliac antibodies, H. pylori antibody and a urinalysis.

The price includes your blood and urine samples at our Chiswick clinic, analysis at the Randox accredited laboratory, a review of your result with an Omnia practitioner, and a GP feedback report on request.

Who it is for

• You are a man who wants one comprehensive annual review rather than several smaller tests.
• You have low energy, reduced libido or mood changes and want hormones checked alongside general health.
• You have a family history of heart disease, diabetes or thyroid problems.
• You are over 40 and want to discuss PSA and prostate health with a practitioner.

Understanding your result

Your report shows each marker against the laboratory reference range, and your practitioner focuses on the patterns that matter most for you. For example, low testosterone with low LH points in a different direction from low testosterone with high LH, and raised apolipoprotein B or lipoprotein (a) can shift how cholesterol results are viewed.

PSA is a tumour-associated marker that can be raised by an enlarged prostate, infection, recent ejaculation or cycling, and is read alongside a clinical assessment rather than as a test for cancer. With this many markers, a few borderline results are common. Out-of-range results open a discussion about next steps rather than confirming any condition.

Preparing for your test

Please fast for 8 to 12 hours beforehand, drinking water only, because glucose, insulin, C-peptide and triglycerides are affected by food. Book a morning appointment, ideally before 10am, as testosterone is highest early in the day. Avoid ejaculation and vigorous cycling for 48 hours before the test, as these can raise PSA. Stop high-dose biotin supplements for at least 48 hours, as biotin can interfere with hormone immunoassays. Bring a first morning urine sample or provide one at the clinic.

If you do not need the full hormone section, Advanced GP3 covers the core screen, and our testosterone blood tests look at hormones on their own. Other checks are set out on our page of every blood test and price in Chiswick.

Questions

How much is Advanced GP3 Male, Full Hormone Profile in Chiswick?

Advanced GP3 Male, Full Hormone Profile costs £399 at Omnia Lifestyle in Chiswick. This includes your blood and urine samples, analysis of all 94 markers at the Randox accredited laboratory, a practitioner review and a GP feedback report on request.

Do I need to fast?

Yes. Fast for 8 to 12 hours with water only, and come in the morning so that testosterone and blood sugar markers can be read accurately.

How is this different from Advanced GP3?

Advanced GP3 is a broad general screen. This version adds a detailed male hormone review, including LH, FSH, prolactin, oestradiol and progesterone.

Can the PSA result tell me whether I have prostate cancer?

No. PSA can rise for many reasons, including a larger prostate and infection. It is one piece of information your practitioner and GP use alongside symptoms, examination and, where needed, further tests.