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Worried about prostate cancer?

Take a blood test to see if you are at risk of prostate cancer from the comfort of your home, with award-winning clinical support from a leading specialist healthcare provider
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Prostate cancer test

More than just a prostate test – expert care included.

Medefer’s prostate service combines convenience with expert clinical care. Developed by Medefer, a leading UK specialist healthcare provider, our Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) home test helps check if you may be at risk of prostate cancer.

An abnormal result doesn’t mean you have cancer, but it should be reviewed carefully. That’s why our service includes a follow-up call from one of our Urology Clinical Nurse Specialists to explain your results and guide your next steps — all included in the price.

  • Award winning healthcare

    Leaders of remote healthcare

  • More than just a test

    Clinically supported, not just a result

  • Expert care, delivered

    Test kit sent anywhere in the UK

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Supporting men’s health

Medefer is proud to support The Prostate Project (registered charity no.1078253), giving men a better chance of beating prostate cancer.

For every home PSA test kit sold, Medefer will donate £2 to The Prostate Project to help fund awareness and their testing initiatives.

Find out more about The Prostate Project here

Experts in catching cancer early

More than 18,000 men have trusted Medefer to check their prostate health.

How it works


Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) home blood test kit

We use a simple laboratory home testing kit to check your PSA level.


Specialist-led care

Your results will be clinically reviewed and clearly explained, so you know where you stand.


Guidance on what’s next

Our expert team, including nurse specialists and urologists, are here just in case we find anything that shouldn’t be there.


Should I get tested?

Consider a test If you’re aged between 50-69, or 45-69 with Black heritage or a family history of prostate cancer.

I’m ready to get started

Choose Medefer to get checked for prostate cancer

A clinically reviewed, PSA laboratory blood test from home. With Results typically in 2–3 working days of receiving your sample.

Delivered by a UK specialist Healthcare provider

COST-EFFECTIVE

Prostate cancer test kit

Core

Award-winning innovative prostate support
  • Prostate PSA Home test kit: Simple to use and dispatched with discrete packaging
  • Lab analysis: Clinical review of test results processed within 24 hours of receiving them
  • Expedited results: Clear summary of your results and with award-winning expert follow-up if required

One-off cost

£79

I’m male 50-69, or 45-49 with African or Afro-Caribbean descent and/or family history, without prostate cancer and haven’t had a urine infection or prostate/bladder procedure in the last 6 weeks.

Purchase now

Choose Medefer to check your risk of prostate cancer

Request our clinically reviewed, PSA blood test from home. Receive your results typically in 2-3 working days of receiving your sample.

BEST VALUE

PSA test kit

Core

Award-winning innovative prostate support
  • Pre-test checks: Complete our pre-test specialist PSA questionnaire
  • Prostate PSA home test kit: Receive your simple to use testing kit in the post
  • Lab analysis: Clinical review of test results processed within 24 hours of receiving your sample
  • Expedited results: Clear summary of your results by email and expert clinical nurse follow-up if abnormal

One-off cost

£79

I’m male 50-69, or 45-49 with African or Afro-Caribbean descent and/or family history, without prostate cancer and haven’t had a urine infection or prostate/bladder procedure in the last 6 weeks.

Purchase now
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Prostate cancer test
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You’re in safe hands

With over 150,000 patients supported and more than a decade partnering with the NHS, Medefer is trusted to deliver safe, high-quality care. We’re CQC-regulated and rated Good for the quality of our services.

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    Mr Stuart Graham

    Consultant Urologist, BSc MBBS FRCSEd FRCS(Urol)
    GMC number: 4130008
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    Sally Mora

    Urology Clinical Nurse Specialist
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    Tony Boness

    Service Delivery Director

What makes our prostate test service different?

Medefer’s test combines the convenience of home testing with the reliability of lab analysis. What truly sets it apart is the clinical support behind it. If your PSA result is raised or outside the expected range, one of our experienced urology clinical nurse specialists will contact you to explain what it means and guide you through the next steps. You’re never left to interpret your results alone.
Prostate cancer test

Type of test

Lab analysed finger prick

Accuracy

High (lab standard)


Result

Detailed numerical PSA

Threshold

Personalised to risk

Clinical support

Nurse follow up included

Turnaround

2–3 days

Action plan

Personalised next steps

Repeat testing

Suitable for regular use

GP sharing

Automatically shareable

Price

All for £79

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Got a question? We’re here to help

Need guidance on our services? Get in touch with our friendly team, we’re available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

08000 112 113

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More questions?

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men. In fact, it’s now the most diagnosed cancer in the UK. Around 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed in their lifetime, and it causes over 12,000 deaths each year.

However, when found early, it can often be treated successfully and sometimes without the need for surgery or intensive treatment. That’s why getting checked matters.

Often, no. Most early prostate cancers don’t cause symptoms. When symptoms do appear, they can overlap with non-cancerous conditions like an enlarged prostate.

Symptoms that may be linked to more advanced prostate cancer include:

  • Needing to urinate more often, especially at night
  • Difficulty starting or stopping urination
  • Weak or interrupted flow
  • Feeling like your bladder isn’t empty
  • Blood in urine or semen
  • Pain in the back, hips, or pelvis

If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, we recommend seeing your GP or a specialist instead of using a home PSA test.

Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is a protein made by the prostate. The PSA test is a simple blood test that measures the level of PSA in your blood. It’s not a test for cancer, but it can help detect problems early and guide further investigation if needed.

Raised PSA levels may indicate:

  • Prostate cancer
  • A non-cancerous enlarged prostate
  • Prostatitis (inflammation)
  • Or other factors

You may want to consider a test if:

  • You’re aged 50 to 69
  • You’re over 45 and have a first-degree relative (father or brother) who has had prostate cancer
  • You are Black or of Caribbean descent (higher risk group)

PSA testing can help monitor your risk, even if you have no symptoms.

Benefits:

  • Can detect prostate cancer early, before symptoms appear
  • A normal result may offer peace of mind
  • Early detection can improve treatment options and outcomes

Limitations:

  • False positives: PSA may be raised without cancer
  • False reassurance: PSA can be normal even if cancer is present
  • Over-diagnosis: May detect slow-growing cancers that don’t need treatment

A normal PSA result suggests your risk of significant prostate cancer is low, but it’s not a guarantee. Some cancers don’t raise PSA levels.
That’s why it’s a good idea to repeat the test regularly, especially if you’re in a higher risk group.

There are currently no universally agreed guidelines on how often PSA testing should be done. However, repeat testing is generally recommended, as a single result may not provide a complete picture.

If you’re at higher risk, such as having a family history of prostate cancer or a higher risk ethnic group, you may wish to consider testing annually. For others, testing every 1 to 3 years may be reasonable.

Ultimately, how often you choose to test should be based on your individual risk factors, preferences, and a discussion with a healthcare provider.

Medefer will provide recommendations with your results to help guide your next steps.

Do not take the test if any of the following apply:

  • You’ve already been diagnosed with prostate cancer
  • You have a current or recent urine infection (wait at least 6 weeks)
  • You’ve had bladder/prostate surgery or procedures (e.g. catheter, cystoscopy) in the last 6 weeks
  • You’ve ejaculated in the last 48 hours
  • You’ve had anal sex or prostate stimulation in the last 7 days
  • You’ve done vigorous exercise (e.g. cycling) in the last 48 hours

You’ll be asked to confirm none of these apply before ordering your test.

When you order, we’ll ask if you’re taking any prostate-related medications. Our expert team will interpret your results accordingly and may adjust the PSA threshold used to assess your risk.

Receive your kit:
Your self-test kit will be delivered by post, with full instructions.

Collect & return:
Collect your blood sample and send it back to our lab in the prepaid packaging.

Get your results:
Once your sample reaches the lab, you’ll usually get results within 2 working days.

A Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scan gives a detailed picture of your prostate and helps detect or rule out cancer.

If your PSA is raised then an MRI may be the next step. This is usually arranged via your GP referring you to a specialist service at the hospital.

You can choose to access this privately (at additional cost) and we can support this process. We will guide you with clear advice and implement a plan, whichever path you choose.

If your PSA is normal:

  • You’ll receive an email with your result
  • We’ll give you advice on repeat testing
  • You may get a follow-up call if needed (based on your questionnaire)

If your PSA is raised:

  • A Urology Nurse Specialist will contact you within 48 hours
  • You’ll receive a written care plan
  • We can send a summary letter to your GP if requested
  • We’ll help guide your next steps and explain your options, whether they are NHS or private.

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