Men’s Essentials

£155.00

The Men’s Essentials Profile (NW-05) is a comprehensive men’s health blood test that evaluates hormone balance, cardiovascular risk, metabolic function, inflammation markers, liver health, pancreatic function, and overall blood health. Designed for preventive health screening, this profile helps men gain valuable insights into their general wellbeing, energy levels, hormonal status, and risk factors for common health conditions. Available at Medical Diagnosis Victoria (MDX Victoria) in London, with results typically available within 5 days.

Men’s Preventive Health

Men’s Essentials

The Men’s Essentials Profile (NW-05) provides a focused overview of key male health markers, including hormone balance, cardiovascular risk, metabolic function, inflammation, liver health, pancreatic function, and blood health.

📊 Test Specifications

Clinic Testing Fee

£155.00
Fasting required

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Sample RequiredBlood Sample

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Turnaround Time5 Days Processing

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PreparationFast for 8–12 hours

Diagnostic Focus

Why Choose This Test?

Male Hormone Health

This profile helps assess male-specific markers linked to:

  • Testosterone status
  • SHBG and bioavailable hormone balance
  • Low energy, libido, and vitality concerns
  • Fitness and performance optimisation

Cardiometabolic Risk

The panel reviews major risk indicators including:

  • HbA1c for blood sugar control
  • Cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and non-HDL
  • Triglycerides and cholesterol risk factor
  • Lipoprotein (a) for inherited heart risk

Organ, Inflammation & Blood Health

This profile also supports review of:

  • Liver enzymes including ALT and AST
  • Pancreatic marker lipase
  • hsCRP for systemic inflammation
  • Full Blood Count with differential

Schedule Your Men’s Essentials Profile

Assess core male health markers across hormones, cardiovascular risk, metabolism, liver function, pancreatic health, inflammation, and blood health.

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Component Index

What Is Included?

This profile combines male hormone markers with cardiovascular, metabolic, inflammatory, liver, pancreatic, and blood health testing.

Hormonal Health

Assesses key male hormone markers linked to energy, libido, muscle maintenance, and overall vitality.

Testosterone
Sex Hormone Binding Globulin
Clinical focus:
Reviewing male hormone balance and potential contributors to reduced vitality or libido.

Metabolic & Cardiovascular Health

Measures blood sugar control and a detailed lipid profile for heart and metabolic risk assessment.

HbA1c
Lipoprotein (a)
Total Cholesterol
Triglycerides
HDL Cholesterol
LDL Cholesterol
Non-HDL
Cholesterol Risk Factor
Clinical focus:
Identifying diabetes risk, lipid imbalance, inherited cardiovascular risk, and metabolic changes.

Liver, Pancreas, Inflammation & Blood Health

Reviews organ stress, inflammation, and blood cell patterns that may affect overall wellbeing.

ALT
AST
Lipase
hsCRP
FBC + Differential
Clinical focus:
Detecting liver stress, pancreatic inflammation signals, systemic inflammation, anaemia, infection, and immune changes.

Understanding Men’s Essentials Markers

This profile combines testosterone, SHBG, HbA1c, lipids, hsCRP, liver enzymes, lipase, Lipoprotein (a), and Full Blood Count to provide a practical overview of core male health, supporting early risk detection and targeted lifestyle or clinical follow-up.

Pathology Reports

How To Read Your Laboratory Results

Your results will list your values alongside standard reference ranges. If a result falls outside the range, it is noted for review. Important: A single out-of-range value does not automatically indicate a medical problem. Results must be assessed in conjunction with your medical history and clinical examination.

Results Timeline: Profile metrics are typically available within 5 days. Once your results are ready, they will be securely shared with you.

Laboratory Diagnostic Analysis

Clinical Environment Consultation

Medical Consultation

Need Help? Private GP Consultations

If you have questions about your hormone, cardiovascular, metabolic, inflammatory, liver, pancreatic, or blood health results, we offer Private GP consultations. A doctor can review your report and discuss suitable next steps.

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Clinic Support

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to fast before the test?
Yes, fasting for 8–12 hours is required before the Men’s Essentials Profile.

How quickly will I get my results?
Your results will usually be processed and securely delivered within 5 days of sample collection.

Who is this test for?
This test is ideal for men wanting a focused assessment of hormone balance, cardiovascular risk, metabolic health, inflammation, liver and pancreatic function, and blood health.

Does this test include prostate screening?
No, this Men’s Essentials Profile does not include PSA. For prostate screening, consider the Men’s Essentials Plus Profile if clinically appropriate.

What should I do if my results are abnormal?
If any results are outside the reference range, we recommend booking a Private GP consultation to interpret them alongside your symptoms, medical history, and clinical examination.

Online Trends

Most Searched Online Questions About Men’s Health Screening

Why test testosterone and SHBG?
Testosterone is important for male reproductive health, muscle maintenance, energy, and libido. SHBG helps regulate how much testosterone is available for the body to use.

What does HbA1c show?
HbA1c reflects average blood sugar control over several months and is useful for assessing diabetes or prediabetes risk.

What is Lipoprotein (a)?
Lipoprotein (a) is a genetic cardiovascular risk marker that can help identify inherited risk not always shown by standard cholesterol testing.

What is hsCRP?
High-sensitivity C-Reactive Protein is a marker of subtle systemic inflammation, which can be linked to cardiovascular and chronic disease risk.

Secure Diagnostics

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Clinical indications listed are for general informational purposes only and do not represent a complete list of possible uses, which may vary depending on individual circumstances.

Men’s Essentials results should always be assessed in conjunction with the patient’s medical history, clinical examination, and other findings by a qualified healthcare professional.