Prostate Health Blood Test
Prostate specific antigen, measured from a blood sample. Usually chosen by men wanting a baseline, those with a family history, or anyone who has noticed a change worth looking into.
Community pharmacies are the first point of contact for everyday healthcare.
NHS
- Availability
- Private service
- Sample
- IV sample
- Clinic
- Blood Tests
- Referral
- None needed
- Registration
- Not required
Prostate Health Blood Test, Explained
PSA is a protein made by the prostate. The level can be raised for several reasons, some of them entirely benign, which is exactly why the number on its own is not the whole picture.
We will go through what your result means in the context of your age and history, and be clear about when a result warrants a GP conversation rather than reassurance.
Why People Choose Prostate Health Blood Test
Seen quickly
There is usually a slot within a few days, and taking the sample takes about fifteen minutes.
Results explained
Rather than handing over a sheet of numbers, a pharmacist sits with you and explains what was measured and what it means.
No referral needed
Book with us directly. No GP visit first, and no waiting on a referral.
Local and familiar
Handled here in the pharmacy by the same team you see for everything else.
How it WorksWhat Happens at Your Prostate Health Blood Test Appointment
Book a slot
Pick a time that works for you. If you have been told to fast beforehand, say so and we will confirm exactly what that means.
Give your sample
A trained member of our team takes the sample in a private room, and it is usually done within fifteen minutes.
Talk through the results
We contact you when your results arrive and go through them with you, including what to do next if anything needs following up.
Booking
Request Your Prostate Health Blood Test Appointment
Online booking is coming soon. In the meantime, leave your details below and a member of our team will call you back to arrange a convenient time, usually the same day.
Prefer to Call?
Speak to a member of the team directly. We are happy to answer any questions and book you in over the phone.
0131 225 7770- Monday to Friday
- 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Or visit us at 45 Forrest Road, Edinburgh EH1 2QP.
Prostate Health Blood Test: Your Questions Answered
Can I book Prostate Health Blood Test without seeing a GP first?
- Yes. Prostate Health Blood Test is a private service you can book directly with us, with no GP referral and no need to be registered with a nearby practice. If your needs would be better met by a GP or hospital, we will tell you clearly and point you in the right direction.
What happens during Prostate Health Blood Test?
- A trained member of our team takes a blood sample from your arm in a private consultation room. Please allow around fifteen minutes for the appointment.
Can I have Prostate Health Blood Test done in central Edinburgh?
- Yes. Prostate Health Blood Test is available at Forrest Pharmacy, 45 Forrest Road, Edinburgh EH1 2QP, as part of our Blood Tests. We are in the city centre, a short walk from the Old Town, Southside and Newington, with bus routes stopping nearby. Opening hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Book online or call 0131 225 7770.
Can I just walk in for Prostate Health Blood Test?
- Walk-ins are welcome, and we keep appointments available each day for people who need to be seen quickly. Booking ahead, online or on 0131 225 7770, is the best way to secure a time that suits you. If you are unsure whether this is the right service, ask to speak to a pharmacist when you call.
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