Testosterone & Cholesterol Test Kit

It’s recommended that you use the Testosterone & Cholesterol Test Kit if you’ve experienced erectile dysfunction (ED) for a prolonged period of time and are unsure of the underlying causes. Taking a simple blood test can help identify whether there are any physiological explanations for your ED.

We also recommend it to anyone who has been taking ED medication for a long while or relies on it to get an erection during most (or all) sexual encounters.

Please keep your GP informed about any medication you’re currently taking and the results of your blood tests.

Note: you do not need to order an Testosterone & Cholesterol Test Kit to receive ED medication from us.

A summary of how to use the Testosterone & Cholesterol Test Kit:

1. Wash your hands in warm water for 4 minutes and then dry them.
2. Use the lancet provided to prick your finger and collect a blood sample.
3. Post your sample to our accredited partner laboratory using the pre-paid envelope included with your Kit.

Full instructions are provided with your Testosterone & Cholesterol Test Kit, which you should read thoroughly before use to ensure the best results. You can also click here to watch an instructional video on how to take a finger-prick blood test.

Once the lab has analysed your blood sample and a clinician has reviewed your blood test results, you’ll be sent your results via email. These will consist of a set of measurements around key biomarkers such as your testosterone (and other male hormone levels), which are important health indicators that can be related to erectile dysfunction.

The clinician will also give you feedback based on the outcome of your test. This will allow you to understand your health on a deeper level and help you make informed lifestyle choices that can benefit your health and well-being.

Your blood test results will be displayed in an easy to read format and any readings that aren’t optimal will be highlighted clearly. Your results will also be reviewed by a clinician who can offer advice based on the outcome of your test.

There are many causes of erectile dysfunction, including anxiety, low testosterone, and high cholesterol. If you’re unsure about what is causing your erectile dysfunction, you’re likely to benefit from taking a blood test because it can help to narrow down (and identify) the potential cause or causes of your ED.

For example, testosterone and cholesterol - both of which are linked to ED - can only be measured with a blood test. Nowadays, you don’t need to see a doctor in person to have these measured. A blood test kit like the Testosterone & Cholesterol Test Kit can be used to accurately measure them from home, saving you from waiting weeks or even months to have any blood work done with a public healthcare provider.

Once your blood sample reaches the lab, you should receive your results via email within 3 to 5 working days.

When you’ve received them you’ll be able to view them any time by logging onto your Numan account.

The Testosterone & Cholesterol Test Kit is a home blood test used to help you identify the potential causes of your ED. It’s not an erectile dysfunction treatment; it’s simply a tool that enables you to get a better understanding of your health so you can treat your ED more effectively in the future.

If you need an immediate ED treatment, you may want to consider trying one of the following erectile dysfunction treatment options:

• Sildenafil
• Tadalafil
• Tadalafil Daily
• Viagra Connect

While a blood test kit is ideal for helping to find a longer term solution to erectile dysfunction, ED tablets such as the ones above can often provide short term relief for those experiencing erectile dysfunction symptoms. They act relatively quickly and help to stimulate erections that are harder and longer-lasting.

However, we highly recommend taking a blood test to help you pin down the root cause of your ED. While ED medications are effective for relieving the symptoms of ED, they don’t necessarily address the underlying causes of ED, so it’s best to perform a health check up with a blood test to help you identify (and effectively manage) the cause of your ED.

The Testosterone & Cholesterol Test Kit is a specialised blood test that checks your testosterone, sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG), free androgen index, and lipid profile (including cholesterol) because these biomarkers are particularly relevant when looking at the potential causes of ED.

If you would prefer a more general health check up, the At-Home Health MOT or At-Home Health MOT (One-Off) would be a more appropriate choice for you.

The At-Home Health MOT is a general health check up that measures a broader range of health indicators than the Testosterone & Cholesterol Test Kit. It’s a home blood test kit (just like the ED Test Kit) that can be used to give you a clearer insight into your health without needing to see a doctor in person. Like the ED Test Kit, it includes a free test result review from a clinician who can give you health and lifestyle advice based on the outcome of your blood test.

You may feel a slight scratch when taking a blood sample with a finger prick test. However, any feelings of discomfort should subside shortly after carrying out the test.

The following guide should help you learn how to use your blood test kit effectively, and give you some important information before you start.

How is a home blood test taken?

Taking the at-home test is easy and convenient. Just follow the simple steps below. Full instructions will be included in your test kit.

Before you use the Testosterone & Cholesterol Test Kit

You should set aside around 20 minutes to complete the whole process, especially if it’s your first time using a home blood test kit. It’s also important to stay well hydrated before taking a finger prick test to avoid any fainting or dizziness. We recommend having a normal evening meal the night before you complete the test, and then sips of water in the morning. This will ensure the most accurate results. If you think you might feel faint at the sight of blood, we advise taking the test in a comfortable, safe environment and asking someone to help you take your sample.

How to use the Testosterone & Cholesterol Test Kit

1. Wash your hands in warm water for 4 minutes and then dry them.
2. Remove the bottle(s) from the labelled holders and remove the coloured lid from the bottle(s) and push them into the groove at the top of the transport container.
3. Wipe your chosen finger (one of the middle three is best) with the alcohol wipe and allow it to air dry. Twist off the blue tab from the end of the lancet.
4. Place the exposed hole in the lancet on your fingertip, but slightly to one side. Press the lancet against your finger and the blade will prick your finger and return inside the device. Wipe away the first drop of blood with the gauze.
5. If you have a purple, green and/or grey bottle, fill them to the 0.5ml line. If you have a yellow bottle, it needs to be as full as possible, ideally to the 0.8ml line. If you can’t fill a bottle all the way then repeat with another finger. The bottle(s) must be inverted several times as soon as possible after filling to ensure the additive in the tube mixes with the blood.
6. Once you are done press the gauze provided with the Kit onto the wound. Replace the correct lids on the bottles and push them back into the holders. Place the bottle and holder in the transport container and close the lid.

Sending your blood sample to the lab

1. Check the details on the labels are correct and place the transport containers, any used or unused lancets and completed forms in the prepaid coloured return envelope. Do not return the box.
2. Remove the seal protection strip and close the coloured envelope. The sample can now be posted for free via any UK post box.

In case of an urgent medical problem, please contact NHS 111 via 111.nhs.uk or by calling 111. NHS 111 is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.