Important information about your blood test
Thank you for choosing Numan. We salute your decision to take control of your health and well-being, and we will support you every step of the way.
This Safety Information Page is intended to help you make the most out of your Venous Blood Test. Please read it carefully, and do get in touch with us if you have any questions.
So you've placed an order for a Venous Blood Test for Testosterone - now what?
You’ll receive an email advising you of the time and date of your appointment, as well as the location. If you have any questions please get in touch with us at [email protected].
Preparing for your test
Here are a few key things to remember to make sure you get the most out of your test:
1. Make sure your test is scheduled for the morning
You’ll be able to get the most accurate testosterone readings in the morning, so make sure you book between 7:00am and 11:00am. If your test is not scheduled for the morning, please get in touch with our team so we can rearrange the test for you.
2. Do the test on an empty stomach
Refrain from eating for 8 hours prior to the blood test to ensure accurate results. Food can have an impact on your blood test results, that’s why it’s important to fast from the night before, leaving at least 8 hours before the test.
3. Make sure to hydrate well
Dehydration can influence the results and make it difficult to draw blood. Drinking plenty of fluids from the night before the test helps keep more fluid in your veins, which can make it easier to get a sample of your blood.
4. The practitioner will need to see your ID
When you arrive, they'll ask to see either a passport or a UK driving license to identify you.
5. You’ll need to have your blood pressure checked
As part of a mandatory routine check, we ask to measure all of our patients blood pressures as part of the venous blood test. This is a safety measure to assess your cardiovascular risk before we consider you for any treatment.
After the blood test
Your blood test will be sent to the lab for processing, and we will notify you when the results have been sent to the Numan clinical team. This should be within three to five working days. A consultation with a Numan clinician will be scheduled with you to discuss the results of this blood test, and you will be able to discuss treatment options during this consultation. Please feel free to discuss any questions you may have with the clinician.
Understanding false-positives
The venous blood test includes a PSA test, which checks the health of your prostate gland and in particular, is usually checked to monitor if someone has prostate cancer. Like with any blood test, there is always a risk of a false-positive result.
The main risk of a false-positive result is that it can lead to extra tests or medical procedures that you might not actually need. These extra tests might have their own risks, and can cause unnecessary worry and stress.
If you have any questions or concerns about the venous blood test, we're here. Just send an email to [email protected].