Balance PSA Test Blood Test

Prostate Specific Antigen screening.
Recommended for:

  • Men over 50
  • Urinary symptoms

  • Family history of prostate cancer

Biomarkers:

Prostate Specific Antigen

How it works:

Book Your Appointment

Choose your test and book online or in-store.

Professional Blood Collection

Your blood sample is taken in our private consultation room by a trained clinician.

Laboratory Analysis

Samples are sent to a CQC-registered UK laboratory using hospital-grade diagnostics.

Doctor’s Report & Interpretation

You receive a detailed, easy-to-understand report explaining:
  • What your levels mean.

  •  Whether anything requires attention

  • Suggested next steps

  • Lifestyle recommendations

Doctor’s Report
& Personalised Insights

You’ll receive a clear, easy-to-follow report that
breaks down your results, including:

  • What your results indicate
  • Any areas that may need further attention
  • Recommended next steps
  • Practical lifestyle advice to support your health

Doctor’s Report & Personalised Insights

You’ll receive a clear, easy-to-follow report that breaks down your results, including:

  • What your results indicate
  • Any areas that may need further attention
  • Recommended next steps
  • Practical lifestyle advice to support your health

Why Not Just See My GP?

GP services are essential for diagnosing illness. However:

  • Routine full health screening isn’t always available

  • Advanced hormone or performance panels are rarely offered

  • Appointment wait times can be long

Our service is ideal for:

  • Preventative health monitoring

  • Performance optimisation

  • Hormone assessment

  • Reassurance and clarity

It complements — not replaces — your GP care

Do I Need to Fast?

Some tests (cholesterol, glucose, insulin) may require fasting for 8–12 hours. If required:

  • Drink water only

  • Avoid tea, coffee and supplements

  • Continue prescribed medication unless advised otherwise

We’ll confirm when you book.

Why Not Just See My GP?

GP services are essential for diagnosing illness. However:

  • Routine full health screening isn’t always available

  • Advanced hormone or performance panels are rarely offered

  • Appointment wait times can be long

Our service is ideal for:

  • Preventative health monitoring

  • Performance optimisation

  • Hormone assessment

  • Reassurance and clarity

It complements — not replaces — your GP care

Do I Need to Fast?

Some tests (cholesterol, glucose, insulin) may require fasting for 8–12 hours. If required:

  • Drink water only

  • Avoid tea, coffee and supplements

  • Continue prescribed medication unless advised otherwise

We’ll confirm when you book.

FAQs

The PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) blood test measures the level of PSA — a protein produced by the prostate gland — to help assess prostate health.

This test is primarily used to:

Screen for potential signs of prostate cancer

Monitor prostate health over time

Track response to treatment in men diagnosed with prostate conditions

Elevated PSA levels can indicate:

Prostate cancer

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

Prostatitis (inflammation of the prostate)

A raised result does not automatically mean cancer — further investigation is usually required.

The PSA test is a useful screening tool, but it is not specific to prostate cancer. Results can sometimes be:

False positives (raised PSA without cancer)

False negatives (normal PSA despite cancer)

This is why results should always be interpreted alongside other clinical information.

Several factors can influence PSA levels, including:

Age

Family history

Ethnicity

Certain medications

Recent exercise or ejaculation

Prostate enlargement or inflammation

To improve accuracy, we recommend:

Avoiding vigorous exercise (especially cycling) for 24–48 hours before testing

Avoiding ejaculation for 24–48 hours prior

Staying well hydrated

No fasting is required unless advised otherwise.

A phlebotomy blood sample is taken by a trained professional to ensure accurate results.

You can attend our branch or one of our partner clinic locations for your blood test. We do not offer home testing.

Results are typically available within a few days and are provided in a clear, easy-to-understand report.

If your PSA level is outside the normal range, you may need further tests or assessment. It’s important to discuss your results with a healthcare professional to determine the appropriate next steps.

No — the PSA test is a screening tool and not a definitive diagnosis of prostate cancer. Further investigations are required to confirm any condition.

Blood Testing

SIMPLIFIED.

We test everything

Blood Testing

SIMPLIFIED.

We test everything

Why Choose Balance Pharmacy?

Many online providers simply send automated results.
We offer:

In-person clinical service

Doctor-reviewed reports

Local healthcare professionals

Trusted community setting

You’re not ordering a test — you’re investing in your health.

Book Your Private Blood Test Today

Take a proactive approach to your health with professionally delivered, doctor-reviewed private blood testing in Uttoxeter.

Appointments available throughout the week.