Male Hormone Test – At-Home Lab Test

Obtain a comprehensive hormone profile featuring nine measured or calculated values ​​via a simple capillary blood test performed at home. The test covers testosterone-related markers, DHEA-S, cortisol, estradiol, and progesterone.

Test overview

• Sample collection entirely at home
• Capillary blood sample from the fingertip
• 9 analyzed or calculated hormone values
• Medical laboratory accredited to ISO 15189
• Quality assurance according to Rili-BÄK
• Digital results in your personal health portal

What does the test measure?

Total testosterone

Total testosterone includes both bound and unbound testosterone in the blood and is influenced by factors such as circadian rhythm.

SHBG

SHBG is a transport protein that binds substances such as testosterone and estradiol, influencing hormone availability.

Albumin

Albumin is the most abundant protein in the blood and binds, among other things, a portion of the body's sex hormones.

Free testosterone index (calculated)

A calculated index using total testosterone and SHBG to estimate the relationship between total testosterone and more readily available testosterone.

DHEA-S

DHEA-S is primarily produced in the adrenal glands and serves as a precursor to certain sex hormones.

Cortisol

Cortisol is produced in the adrenal glands, follows a distinct circadian rhythm, and plays a role in processes such as the body's stress response and metabolism.

Estradiol (E2)

Estradiol is a key form of estrogen and is important for factors such as the menstrual cycle, fertility, and bone health.

Progesterone

Progesterone levels normally rise after ovulation; results should be interpreted in the context of the menstrual cycle and the timing of the test.

Progesterone/estradiol ratio (calculated)

This ratio is calculated based on measured progesterone and estradiol levels and should be interpreted with regard to the menstrual cycle and the timing of the test.

Conditions and situations where this test may be relevant

This profile may be relevant if you want a broader picture than total testosterone alone provides and wish to monitor several related hormone levels simultaneously.

Hormonal changes can be associated with, among other things:

• reduced libido
• erectile dysfunction
• fatigue and low energy
• reduced muscle strength
• changes in general well-being

The symptoms are non-specific and can have many other causes. The test does not provide a diagnosis.

Who is this test for?

• For those who want a comprehensive hormone profile for men.
• For those who want to analyze testosterone alongside SHBG and other hormones.
• For those who want to track multiple hormone levels over time.

How the at-home lab test works

1. Order the test and receive the sampling kit at home.
2. Read the instructions and prepare for the sample collection.
3. Prick your fingertip and collect liquid capillary blood in the test tube.
4. Label the sample and send it to the laboratory using the return materials provided.
5. The laboratory analyzes the specified markers.
6. View your lab results digitally in the health portal.

Before sample collection

Collect the sample in the morning if the instructions specify this. Hormone levels are affected by factors such as the time of day, medications, and individual characteristics.

Laboratory and quality

The sample is analyzed at a medical laboratory accredited according to ISO 15189. The laboratory's quality assurance follows Rili-BÄK guidelines for laboratory medical testing.

• Sample material: liquid capillary blood
• Collection site: at home
• Results: quantitative laboratory values ​​in a personal health portal
• Turnaround time: shipping time and the scope of the analysis affect the total time

Results and reference values

You will receive the measured values ​​and any calculated indices, along with the laboratory's units and applicable reference ranges. Hormone levels must be interpreted with consideration for factors such as time of day, age, sex, menstrual cycle, medications, and symptoms.

Compare with a related test

For a profile that also includes LH, FSH, prolactin, and PSA, see Complete Hormone Profile – Men.

Important information about the result

The results do not replace medical assessment, diagnosis, or treatment. Contact a healthcare professional in the event of clear or persistent symptoms, abnormal results, or concerns.

Frequently asked questions

Can I take the hormone test at home?

Yes. You collect a capillary blood sample from your fingertip and send it to the laboratory.

Why does the test include multiple hormones?

Hormones interact with each other. Multiple values ​​can provide a broader basis for assessment than a single marker, but the result must still be evaluated in the proper context.

Can the menstrual cycle or the timing of the test affect the result?

Yes. Follow the product-specific sampling instructions and indicate the cycle day when requested.

Can medications affect hormone levels?

Yes. Never alter prescribed treatment without first consulting a healthcare professional.

Can the test provide a diagnosis?

No. It provides laboratory values ​​that can serve as a basis for further assessment.

How do I receive the result?

The result is displayed digitally, including the laboratory's units and reference ranges.