How often will I need to get blood tests?
The rule is that you need a blood test every three months until your medication has been stable for a year, and then you have them yearly. If you change your medication again, you go back to three-monthly until you have been stable for the year.
Some people like to have their blood measured very closely while we move toward the dose that's right for them. For some, this happens quickly and blood can then be monitored every three months (or sometimes less often if everything is very stable).
Here are some other cases in which you'll need to get blood testing done and submit your results to us for analysis:
- If you want to start cyproterone or spironolactone
- If you want to increase your medication dosage
Note: To use the finger prick test, you need to be 16 or older and not taking spironolactone. Vitall, the service provider, will send your blood test results directly to your email address.
If you're taking spironolactone, you'll need a venous blood sample. You can get this through an online blood test service of your choosing, through your GP if they're willing to help, or at a private clinic/hospital.
If you need a Blood Test Referral Letter to advise your GP or healthcare provider, you can purchase one through the Treatment Recommendation form for £20. The letter explains why you need blood tests and which ones you'll need to get (read more here: Obtaining Letters and Reports).
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