If you live in the UK you can test proactively in three ways: a finger-prick kit you post back, a nurse who comes to your home to take a venous sample, or a private clinic.
No picks yet. We're still scoring UK providers against our published method, and we won't name a "best" test until that's done. Below is what UK tests cost today, straight from each provider's site.
UK blood test prices we've checked
| Test | Provider and product | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin D | MedichecksVitamin D (25 OH) Blood Test · Home kit or venous | £39Source for Medichecks (opens in a new tab) · checked 12 October 2026 |
| Thyroid | MedichecksThyroid Function Blood Test (TSH, FT4, FT3) · Home finger-prick kit or venous | £45Source for Medichecks (opens in a new tab) · checked 12 October 2026 |
| HbA1c | MedichecksDiabetes (HbA1c) Blood Test · Home kit or venous | £46Source for Medichecks (opens in a new tab) · checked 12 October 2026 |
| Lp(a) | MedichecksLipoprotein (a) Blood Test · Home kit or venous | £59Source for Medichecks (opens in a new tab) · checked 12 October 2026 |
| Male hormones | MedichecksMale Hormone Blood Test (10 biomarkers) · Home kit or venous | £79Source for Medichecks (opens in a new tab) · checked 12 October 2026 |
| Basic health check | MedichecksHealth and Lifestyle Blood Test (19 biomarkers) · Home finger-prick kit or venous | £89Source for Medichecks (opens in a new tab) · checked 12 October 2026 |
| ApoB | MedichecksApolipoprotein Profile Blood Test (9 markers incl. ApoB, ApoA1) · Home finger-prick kit or venous | £89Source for Medichecks (opens in a new tab) · checked 12 October 2026 |
| Advanced or longevity panel | MedichecksAdvanced Well Man Blood Test (44 biomarkers) · Venous | £159Source for Medichecks (opens in a new tab) · checked 12 October 2026 |
| Advanced or longevity panel | MedichecksOptimal Health Blood Test (59 biomarkers) · Venous | £249Source for Medichecks (opens in a new tab) · checked 12 October 2026 |
Base prices; a venous draw or nurse visit usually costs extra. See all UK prices with notes.
What to look for in a UK blood test
A UKAS-accredited lab
UK labs can be accredited by UKAS to ISO 15189, the international standard for medical laboratories. Reputable providers name the lab that analyses your sample.
CQC registration
Many UK providers that offer clinical services are registered with the Care Quality Commission in England. You can look a provider up on the CQC website.
The markers you care about
For heart and metabolic health, check for ApoB, Lp(a), HbA1c and hs-CRP. For energy and hormones, look for ferritin, vitamin D, testosterone and TSH.
Finger-prick or nurse visit
Home kits are cheaper; a venous sample from a nurse is more reliable for big panels. Our guide to at-home vs clinic blood tests explains when each makes sense.
Private testing and the NHS
If you have symptoms, see your GP – NHS tests are free when they're clinically needed. Private tests are best used for proactive tracking, and the results are most useful when you share them with your GP.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get these tests on the NHS?
The NHS tests when a GP or other clinician decides a test is clinically needed – for example as part of the NHS Health Check offered every five years to eligible adults in England aged 40 to 74. Proactive testing outside those situations is usually private.
Are UK home blood tests regulated?
Check that the provider names its lab and the lab's accreditation – UKAS accreditation to ISO 15189 is the standard to look for – and whether the provider is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in England.
Which UK test includes ApoB and Lp(a)?
Should I tell my GP about a private test?
Yes, especially if a result is flagged. Bring the full report, including the lab's reference ranges, so your GP can decide whether anything needs following up.