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Testosterone and Cortisol Blood Test
Testosterone and Cortisol Blood Test
Testosterone and Cortisol Blood Test
Testosterone and Cortisol Blood Test

Testosterone and Cortisol Blood Test

This test is useful for athletes who are looking to check the balance between training and recovery. It includes a testosterone/cortisol ratio which can be used as a marker for over-training.
Blood sample 3 biomarkers included 2 working days turnaround
from sample receipt at lab

£72.00

Terms and Conditions apply

All tests bought are intended solely for the person purchasing and for over 18s only. Why?

What's included?

Biomarker profiles

  • Hormones
  • Adrenal Hormones

Hormones (2 Biomarkers)

Adrenal Hormones (1 Biomarker)

Special instructions

Please take your sample as soon as possible after waking. Your result could be affected by corticosteroid medication (e.g. prednisolone). Ask your doctor whether you should stop before testing. Do not take biotin supplements for 2 days prior to this test. If you are taking prescribed biotin you should discuss this with your doctor. Avoid taking a finger-prick sample from a finger used to handle hormone-gels or hormone-pessaries in the past 4 weeks.
Testosterone is a hormone that causes male characteristics. For men, it regulates the sex drive and controls bone mass, fat distribution, muscle mass, strength and the production of red blood cells and sperm. Heavy alcohol use, liver disease and using steroids can cause a decrease in testosterone levels. Women taking oestrogen therapy, however, may have increased testosterone levels.

Cortisol is a steroid hormone, produced by the adrenal gland. It's vital for survival as it's involved in various important functions such as immunity, regulating blood pressure and releasing insulin for blood sugar maintenance. Cortisol has been termed 'the stress hormone' because it's also secreted in higher levels during the body's 'fight or flight' response to stress, and is responsible for several stress-related changes in the body. 

Raised cortisol can inhibit the production of testosterone.

Extended upper limit. Many testosterone tests will not measure testosterone levels above 52 nmol/L Our test will measure values up to 520 nmol/L. This is especially useful for men who are taking testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) or anabolic steroids and who expect to have supranormal levels of testosterone.

Dr Sam Rodgers MBBS, MRCGP

Why take this test?

  • you are an athlete who wants to monitor levels of testosterone and cortisol during your training cycle
  • you are training hard and are worried about overtraining and overreaching
  • you are not making the gains in your training that you would expect

How it works

  • Take the test

    Collect your sample at home, visit a partner clinic, or we can even send a nurse to you.

  • Post your sample

    Send your sample back on the same day you take it in the freepost pack to our laboratory.

  • Get your results

    View your results with doctor's advice on your personal dashboard.
Laboratories you can trust

Laboratories you can trust

Trusted by the NHS and private clinics alike, you can be sure of the highest testing standards from our fully accredited partner laboratories.

Expert interpretation <br> of your results

Expert interpretation
of your results

One of our team of doctors will review your results and give you personalised advice based on your medical history, lifestyle and health and fitness goals.

Your personal<br> health centre

Your personal
health centre

Discover the easy way to track your health through our online portal, my.medichecks.com. View your results with doctor's advice, monitor any changes over time and see the improvements you can make to your health with simple lifestyle changes.

Questions? Let us help

Questions? Let us help

Our customer care team is on-hand to help you find the test that's right for you. Get in touch via phone, live chat or email.

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Important

Our tests are not a substitute for seeing your doctor, especially if you are suffering symptoms. Our doctors will interpret your results based on the information you have provided, but will not diagnose, consult or provide any treatment. You will be advised to see your doctor for any necessary follow-up action.