{"product_id":"prostate-health-psa","title":"Home PSA Test Kit UK - Prostate Health Blood Test","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1\"\u003e\u003cmeta name=\"description\" content=\"Order a home PSA test kit in the UK. UKAS accredited and CQC registered labs measure total prostate specific antigen with clear follow up guidance.\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .psa_product {\n    --psa_ink: #2f2a28;\n    --psa_muted: #6f625d;\n    --psa_taupe: #786863;\n    --psa_taupe_dark: #5e4c46;\n    --psa_cream: #f5eee3;\n    --psa_line: #ded2c5;\n    --psa_white: #ffffff;\n    --psa_green_bg: #e8f3e9;\n    --psa_green_text: #345f3f;\n    --psa_amber_bg: #fff1cf;\n    --psa_amber_text: #7b5715;\n    --psa_orange_bg: #f9e7d7;\n    --psa_orange_text: #8a4d2d;\n    --psa_red_bg: #f8dfdf;\n    --psa_red_text: #8f3535;\n    --psa_blue_bg: #e8eef4;\n    --psa_blue_text: #405c72;\n    color: var(--psa_ink);\n    font-family: inherit;\n    font-size: 16px;\n    line-height: 1.7;\n    margin: 0 auto;\n    max-width: 1120px;\n  }\n\n  .psa_product * { box-sizing: border-box; }\n\n  .psa_product h2,\n  .psa_product h3,\n  .psa_product h4 {\n    color: var(--psa_ink);\n    line-height: 1.2;\n    margin-top: 0;\n  }\n\n  .psa_product h2 {\n    font-family: Georgia, \"Times New Roman\", serif;\n    font-size: clamp(32px, 5vw, 54px);\n    font-weight: 500;\n    margin-bottom: 18px;\n  }\n\n  .psa_product h3 {\n    font-family: Georgia, \"Times New Roman\", serif;\n    font-size: clamp(25px, 3vw, 34px);\n    font-weight: 500;\n    margin-bottom: 16px;\n  }\n\n  .psa_product h4 { font-size: 18px; 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}\n\n  .psa_faq details {\n    border-bottom: 1px solid var(--psa_line);\n    padding: 14px 0;\n  }\n\n  .psa_faq details:last-child { border-bottom: 0; }\n\n  .psa_faq summary {\n    cursor: pointer;\n    font-weight: 700;\n  }\n\n  .psa_faq details p { margin-top: 12px; }\n\n  .psa_footer_note {\n    background: var(--psa_taupe_dark);\n    border-radius: 16px;\n    color: #ffffff;\n    padding: 24px;\n  }\n\n  .psa_footer_note h3,\n  .psa_footer_note strong { color: #ffffff; }\n\n  @media (max-width: 900px) {\n    .psa_grid,\n    .psa_method_grid,\n    .psa_trust_grid { grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr)); }\n\n    .psa_steps,\n    .psa_review_grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n\n    .psa_review_meta { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n  }\n\n  @media (max-width: 540px) {\n    .psa_grid,\n    .psa_method_grid,\n    .psa_trust_grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n\n    .psa_product { font-size: 15px; }\n\n    .psa_biomarker summary {\n      font-size: 16px;\n      padding: 16px;\n    }\n\n    .psa_biomarker_body { padding: 18px 15px 21px; }\n\n    .psa_review_avatar {\n      flex-basis: 78px !important;\n      height: 78px !important;\n      max-height: 78px !important;\n      max-width: 78px !important;\n      min-height: 78px !important;\n      min-width: 78px !important;\n      width: 78px !important;\n    }\n  }\n\n  .psa_review_avatar_laura {\n    background-image: url(\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/7918\/4211\/files\/5W4A9892.jpg?v=1785070092\") !important;\n    background-position: 50% 15% !important;\n    background-size: 132% auto !important;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"psa_product\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"psa_hero\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"psa_eyebrow\"\u003eAt home total PSA blood test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHome PSA Test Kit UK | Prostate Health Blood Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"psa_lead\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA laboratory analysed home blood test measuring total prostate specific antigen.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePSA can help identify whether further prostate assessment may be appropriate. A raised result is not a diagnosis of prostate cancer, and a low result cannot completely rule it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 biomarker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal prostate specific antigen\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapillary blood collected into the supplied microtainer\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUK laboratory pathway\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUKAS accredited and CQC registered laboratory processing\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct code\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eC1BLP07000\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_notice\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePSA is a first step, not a diagnosis\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result must be considered with age, symptoms, family history, ethnicity, medicines, prostate size, infection, previous PSA measurements and any clinical examination. Further assessment may include a repeat PSA, urine testing, MRI and sometimes biopsy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_warning\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not wait for a home test when symptoms are concerning\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpeak with a GP about urinary symptoms, blood in urine or semen, a new erectile problem or persistent pelvic or back pain. Seek urgent help for inability to pass urine, heavy bleeding, severe infection symptoms or back pain with new leg weakness, numbness or bladder or bowel changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"psa_section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"psa_eyebrow\"\u003eQuality and compliance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHome testing supported by UK clinical standards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_trust_grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_trust_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUKAS accredited laboratories\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eMedical laboratory accreditation assesses quality, competence and analytical performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_trust_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCQC registered services\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe diagnostic pathway uses organisations registered with the Care Quality Commission.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_trust_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompliant collection equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eUKCA and CE marked equipment supported by an ISO 13485 quality management framework.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_trust_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClinical follow up guidance\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eClear preparation, result interpretation, limitations and GP escalation information.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"psa_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a PSA blood test?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProstate specific antigen is a protein produced by normal prostate cells and prostate cancer cells. A small amount is normally present in the blood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PSA level may rise as the prostate enlarges with age. It may also rise because of benign prostate enlargement, prostatitis, a urine infection, recent ejaculation, prostate stimulation, vigorous exercise, cycling, a biopsy or another urinary procedure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe test is therefore best understood as a signal that may justify further assessment, not as a positive or negative cancer result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"psa_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho may consider this test?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA total PSA blood test may be considered by people with a prostate who:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant to discuss prostate health and PSA testing with a GP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave urinary symptoms or a new erectile problem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre over 50 and want to understand the benefits and limitations of PSA testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre Black or have a close family history and want to discuss testing from age 45\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave a previous PSA result that requires comparison\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave been asked to monitor PSA after a prostate diagnosis or treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave a known BRCA2 or other relevant inherited risk factor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoutine population PSA screening is not currently offered by the NHS. A GP can discuss whether testing is appropriate and place the result within your personal risk context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"psa_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits and limitations of PSA testing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"psa_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePotential benefit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eImportant limitation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay identify a prostate problem before it causes obvious symptoms.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA raised result is not specific to cancer and may lead to repeat tests, MRI or biopsy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay support earlier investigation where cancer is present.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSome prostate cancers do not produce a clearly raised PSA.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay help monitor a known prostate condition or treatment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpected PSA values differ after surgery, radiotherapy, hormone treatment and other interventions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCan be compared over time when collection conditions are consistent.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort term factors such as infection, ejaculation, cycling and procedures can distort comparison.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvides a numerical result that can inform discussion with a clinician.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTesting may identify slow growing cancer that would never have caused harm, leading to anxiety or unnecessary treatment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"psa_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the home PSA test kit works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_steps\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"psa_step_number\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrepare correctly\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck infection, exercise, ejaculation, cycling, medicine and recent procedure guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"psa_step_number\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCollect and return\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollect capillary blood into the supplied microtainer and return it using the provided packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"psa_step_number\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShare the result\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscuss the numerical PSA value with a GP, particularly when it is raised, changing or symptoms are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"psa_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePreparing for your PSA test\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"psa_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePreparation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood and water\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFasting is not required. Eat and drink normally and remain well hydrated.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEjaculation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvoid ejaculation for 48 hours before collection.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExercise and cycling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvoid vigorous exercise and cycling for 48 hours before collection.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnal sex and prostate stimulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvoid receiving anal sex or prostate stimulation for one week before the test.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUrine infection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWait until the infection has cleared. UK guidance commonly advises waiting about four to six weeks.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProstate biopsy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWait six weeks after a biopsy unless the specialist team gives different instructions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatheter or urinary procedure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTell the provider. You may need to wait up to six weeks depending on the procedure.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecord finasteride, dutasteride, testosterone, hormone treatment, chemotherapy and all other prescribed or non prescribed medicines. Do not stop treatment yourself.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiotin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh dose biotin may interfere with some assays. Ask the laboratory or clinician whether it should be paused.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"psa_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnderstanding your total PSA result\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe numerical result, units, age specific guidance and laboratory comment take priority. A single threshold cannot safely classify every person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"psa_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eReport category\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat it may mean\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"psa_status psa_info\"\u003eDetected\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePSA is normally detectable in people with a prostate. The value must be interpreted in ng\/mL using the laboratory interval, age, symptoms, previous results and medicines.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShare the numerical result with a GP rather than interpreting the word detected as abnormal.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"psa_status psa_normal\"\u003eUndetected\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA result below the assay detection limit may occur naturally or after prostate treatment. Medicines such as finasteride or dutasteride may also lower PSA.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAn undetected result does not exclude every prostate condition. Post treatment results must be reviewed by the treating team.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"psa_status psa_normal\"\u003eLow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA low PSA is generally less concerning than a raised value, but it is not a guarantee that prostate cancer is absent.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSee a GP if symptoms, a prostate abnormality, family history or another risk factor is present.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"psa_status psa_normal\"\u003eNormal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe value falls within the reporting laboratory or age related comparison range.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA result described as normal does not override concerning symptoms or a significant change from your previous PSA.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"psa_status psa_high\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA raised result can occur with prostate cancer, benign enlargement, prostatitis, urine infection, ejaculation, cycling, vigorous exercise or recent prostate procedures.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArrange GP review. Repeat testing, infection assessment, MRI or specialist referral may be considered.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"psa_status psa_high\"\u003eRising\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA meaningful increase over time may be important even when the result remains within a broad laboratory interval.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvide previous PSA results and collection dates to the clinician assessing you.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"psa_status psa_critical\"\u003eUrgent clinical context\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePSA itself rarely creates an emergency, but urinary retention, heavy bleeding, sepsis symptoms or possible spinal cord compression require immediate assessment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse urgent NHS services or call 999 for severe or rapidly progressive symptoms.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_notice\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge and previous results matter\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePSA tends to rise with age. NICE referral decisions may use age specific thresholds, but a significant change from a previous result or concerning symptoms may still justify assessment even when the number is below a general threshold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"psa_section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat may happen after a raised PSA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_table_wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"psa_table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePossible next step\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhy it may be considered\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinical review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTo assess symptoms, family history, ethnicity, medicines, infection risk and previous PSA results.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRepeat PSA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTo confirm that the result remains raised after temporary influences have been excluded.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUrine testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTo look for urinary infection or another explanation for symptoms.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecialist referral\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge specific thresholds, a rising PSA, symptoms or another clinical concern may justify referral.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMRI scan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMRI is commonly used to look for suspicious areas and decide whether biopsy is needed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiopsy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA tissue sample may be recommended when imaging and the wider assessment indicate sufficient concern.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"content-standards\" class=\"psa_section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"psa_eyebrow\"\u003eEvidence and content standards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow this product information was fact checked\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe page was developed from the supplied total PSA product specification and checked against current NHS, NICE and Prostate Cancer UK information on informed testing, preparation, interpretation, referral and the diagnostic pathway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_method_grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_method_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct specification checked\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eProduct type, capillary specimen, total PSA biomarker, preparation factors and product code.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_method_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUK clinical guidance checked\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eNHS and NICE sources used for limitations, symptoms, preparation and follow up.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_method_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatient decision support\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eBenefits, false positives, false negatives and possible overdiagnosis are explained in plain language.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_method_item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eReview at least annually and earlier when PSA pathways, screening policy or laboratory guidance changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"medical-review\" class=\"psa_section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"psa_eyebrow\"\u003eClinical accountability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFact checked, medically reviewed and editorially overseen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe review structure separates evidence verification, medical safety review and patient facing editorial oversight. Reviewers are not presented as consultant urologists or oncologists, and the page does not replace specialist prostate assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_review_grid\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"psa_review_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_review_card_top\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"img\" class=\"psa_review_avatar psa_review_avatar_rimas\" aria-label=\"Portrait of Dr Rimas Geiga\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"psa_review_label\"\u003eFact checked by\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"psa_review_name\"\u003eDr Rimas Geiga\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"psa_review_title\"\u003eMedical Doctor, Nutritional Sciences Adviser and Healthy Ageing Expert\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"psa_review_scope\"\u003eChecked the healthy ageing context, risk factor wording, evidence references and distinction between prostate awareness and diagnosis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ht10f0-c0.myshopify.com\/pages\/dr-rimas-geiga-medical-doctor-nutritional-sciences-adviser-and-healthy-ageing-expert\" class=\"psa_review_link\"\u003eView professional profile\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"psa_review_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_review_card_top\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"img\" class=\"psa_review_avatar psa_review_avatar_snieguole\" aria-label=\"Portrait of Dr Snieguole Geige\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"psa_review_label\"\u003eMedically reviewed by\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"psa_review_name\"\u003eDr Snieguole Geige\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"psa_review_title\"\u003eDentist, Medical Doctor and Senior Adviser\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"psa_review_scope\"\u003eReviewed medical limitations, symptom escalation, preparation advice and the need for GP interpretation and follow up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ht10f0-c0.myshopify.com\/pages\/dr-snieguole-geige-dentist-medical-doctor-and-senior-adviser\" class=\"psa_review_link\"\u003eView professional profile\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"psa_review_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_review_card_top\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"img\" class=\"psa_review_avatar psa_review_avatar_laura\" aria-label=\"Portrait of Dr Laura Geige\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"psa_review_label\"\u003eClinical and editorial oversight\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"psa_review_name\"\u003eDr Laura Geige\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"psa_review_title\"\u003eMedical Director, Senior Practitioner and Skin Expert\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"psa_review_scope\"\u003eReviewed patient facing clarity, risk communication, responsible claims and the separation of laboratory information from personalised diagnosis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ht10f0-c0.myshopify.com\/pages\/dr-laura-geige-medical-director-senior-practitioner-and-skin-expert\" class=\"psa_review_link\"\u003eView professional profile\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_review_meta\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvidence checked\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e26 July 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedical review date\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e26 July 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNext scheduled review\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eBy 26 July 2027 or earlier when UK guidance changes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"psa_board_link\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ht10f0-c0.myshopify.com\/pages\/medical-advisory-board\"\u003eMeet the Grace Belgravia Medical Advisory Board\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"psa_section psa_sources\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"psa_eyebrow\"\u003eAuthoritative references\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUK prostate and PSA information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe references below support the preparation, limitations and follow up information on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eView NHS, NICE and Prostate Cancer UK sources\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"psa_sources_body\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/tests-and-treatments\/psa-test\/\"\u003eNHS PSA test guidance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/prostate-cancer\/\"\u003eNHS prostate cancer symptoms and diagnostic information\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cks.nice.org.uk\/topics\/prostate-cancer\/diagnosis\/assessment\/\"\u003eNICE prostate cancer assessment and age specific PSA context\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/prostatecanceruk.org\/prostate-information-and-support\/prostate-tests\/psa-blood-test\"\u003eProstate Cancer UK guide to the PSA blood test\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/prostatecanceruk.org\/about-us\/news-and-views\/2026\/05\/understanding-the-diagnostic-pathway\"\u003eProstate Cancer UK diagnostic pathway after a raised PSA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/prostatecanceruk.org\/about-us\/news-and-views\/2024\/12\/the-pros-and-cons-of-psa-self-test-kits-for-prostate-cancer\"\u003eProstate Cancer UK discussion of home PSA test benefits and risks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ukas.com\/accreditation\/standards\/medical-laboratory-accreditation\/\"\u003eUKAS medical laboratory accreditation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cqc.org.uk\/guidance-regulation\/providers\/registration\/scope-registration\/regulated-activities\/diagnostic-and-screening-procedures\"\u003eCQC diagnostic and screening services guidance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"psa_section psa_faq\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"psa_eyebrow\"\u003eSearch led questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHome PSA test kit FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I do a PSA test at home?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This kit uses a capillary blood sample collected at home and returned for laboratory analysis. It is not an instant prostate cancer test, and the result should be shared with a GP.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does a PSA blood test measure?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt measures total prostate specific antigen, a protein produced by normal prostate cells and prostate cancer cells. A raised level can occur for several cancerous and non cancerous reasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a PSA test a prostate cancer test?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot by itself. PSA is a first line blood test that can identify whether further assessment may be appropriate. It cannot diagnose or rule out prostate cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is a normal PSA level in the UK?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single normal number for everyone. PSA generally rises with age, and UK referral decisions may use age specific thresholds, previous results, symptoms, examination findings and other risk factors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat can cause a high PSA result?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePossible causes include prostate cancer, benign prostate enlargement, prostatitis, a urine infection, ejaculation, prostate stimulation, vigorous exercise, cycling and recent prostate procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan a low PSA result rule out prostate cancer?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. A low or apparently normal PSA lowers concern in some situations but does not completely exclude prostate cancer, particularly when symptoms, examination findings or other risk factors are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eShould I avoid ejaculation before a PSA test?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. NHS and Prostate Cancer UK guidance advises avoiding ejaculation for 48 hours before the test because it may temporarily raise PSA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eShould I avoid cycling or exercise before a PSA test?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid cycling and vigorous exercise for 48 hours before collection. Activities that raise your heart rate or place pressure on the perineal area may temporarily affect PSA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I eat and drink before a PSA test?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Fasting is not normally required. You can eat and drink as usual, and being well hydrated may make capillary collection easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow long should I wait after a urine infection?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWait until the infection has cleared and follow clinical advice. Current UK guidance commonly recommends waiting about four to six weeks before PSA testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow long should I wait after a prostate biopsy?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA prostate biopsy can raise PSA. Prostate Cancer UK advises waiting six weeks before testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan a rectal examination affect PSA?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTell the testing service about any recent digital rectal examination, prostate stimulation, catheter or urinary procedure. Timing recommendations vary by procedure, so follow the laboratory or clinician instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo finasteride or dutasteride affect PSA?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Five alpha reductase inhibitors such as finasteride and dutasteride can lower PSA and alter interpretation. Do not stop them without medical advice; ensure the clinician knows what you take.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan biotin affect a PSA test?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh dose biotin, which is vitamin B7, can interfere with some laboratory immunoassays. Ask the testing service whether it should be paused and do not stop prescribed supplements without advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWho is at higher risk of prostate cancer?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRisk increases with age. Black men and people with a close family history of prostate cancer have higher risk, and some inherited gene changes such as BRCA2 also increase risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs routine PSA screening offered by the NHS?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoutine population PSA screening is not currently offered by the NHS. Men and anyone with a prostate can ask a GP to discuss the benefits and limitations of testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat happens after a raised PSA result?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GP may repeat the PSA test, check for infection, review age and risk factors, and consider referral for further assessment. MRI is commonly the next specialist investigation when further checks are needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan PSA be used after prostate cancer treatment?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. PSA is often monitored after treatment, but the expected result and the importance of a change depend on the treatment received. A home result should be reviewed by the treating team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhen are urinary or prostate symptoms urgent?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeek urgent help if you cannot pass urine, have heavy visible bleeding or clots, severe infection symptoms, or back pain with new leg weakness, numbness or loss of bladder or bowel control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre the laboratories UKAS accredited and CQC registered?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSamples are processed through UKAS accredited laboratories within a CQC registered diagnostic pathway. Collection equipment is UKCA and CE marked and supported by an ISO 13485 quality management framework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"psa_footer_note\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMedical guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA PSA result is not a prostate cancer diagnosis.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShare the numerical value with a GP. Do not wait for a home result if you cannot pass urine, have heavy bleeding, severe infection symptoms, or back pain with new leg weakness, numbness or bladder or bowel changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product measures total PSA only. 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