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17Apr

What if a simple blood test today could save your life?

17 Apr, 2025 | Return|

Health testing for early diagnosis saves lives. 

Find out how… 

 

Our Testing Events 

With help from partner organisations, we organise testing events all over the UK for the public to attend. Simply register online, book your slot and turn up for a quick blood test. 

 

What can you get a test for? 

Your blood sample can be tested for: PSA, diabetes, cholesterol, thyroid, kidney function, liver function, vitamin D, vitamin B12, iron count and female hormones. We sometimes offer packages of tests or extra tests as part of a research project. Keep an eye out on our socials and website! 

 

Home Testing 

Our home testing kits offer self blood collection for those who cannot attend an event. Send your blood sample off in the post and it will be tested by our laboratory partner, TDL, for trusted results within 72 hours. 

 

Why get a test? 

Health awareness is something we are so passionate about at GFCT. Many conditions, such as prostate cancer, do not show symptoms. Being proactive can help you catch issues early on, improving your treatment options. Early diagnosis saves lives. 

 

“This PSA test I took voluntarily as I was not offered one by my GP - even though I had the family history of prostate cancer – father and grandfather – and I had NO symptoms. When the results arrived, it came back as ‘Elevated PSA’. After 2 years of monitoring, I was offered radiotherapy treatment. 3 months after my treatment, my PSA is now 0.24 – down from 24! I thank God I booked that test.” 

 

Find out more: 

PSA testing - https://tgfct.org.uk/Testing-and-Treatments/PSA-Testing

Health testing - https://tgfct.org.uk/Testing-and-Treatments/Health-Testing

Events near you - https://tgfct.org.uk/Events/Our-Events

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