Impotence Profile LIS Code: IMPOTENCE PROFI
Identify the underlying causes of erectile dysfunction with our Impotence Profile. This test analyses key hormones and health markers affecting male performance and vitality.
What's included in this profile
- The main protein made by the liver
- Helps maintain fluid balance in the blood
- Low levels can indicate liver or kidney problems, or poor nutrition
- Total cholesterol divided by HDL cholesterol
- A widely used singlefigure measure of cardiovascular risk
- Lower ratios are generally more favourable
- A calculated ratio of testosterone to SHBG
- Estimates the amount of biologically active androgen
- Commonly used in the assessment of PCOS
- The main sugar circulating in the blood, used for energy
- Raised fasting levels can indicate prediabetes or diabetes
- A cornerstone test for metabolic health
- Often called 'good' cholesterol
- Helps remove excess cholesterol from the bloodstream
- Higher levels are generally protective for heart health
- Often called 'bad' cholesterol
- Can build up in artery walls, raising heart disease risk
- A key target for lifestyle or treatment intervention
- Total cholesterol minus HDL cholesterol
- Captures all the 'harmful' cholesterol particles in one figure
- Increasingly used alongside LDL for cardiovascular risk assessment
- A pituitary hormone best known for its role in breastfeeding
- Raised levels outside pregnancy can disrupt periods and fertility
- Checked when investigating irregular cycles or low libido
- A protein that binds testosterone and oestrogen in the blood
- Affects how much hormone is 'free' and active
- Needed to accurately interpret total testosterone results
- A specific IgE blood test for this individual allergen, showing whether you have an allergic sensitisation to it.
- The primary male sex hormone, also present in women
- Affects energy, muscle mass, libido and mood
- Low levels in men can cause fatigue and reduced sex drive
- The pituitary hormone that signals the thyroid to produce T3/T4
- The primary firstline test for thyroid function
- Raised or low levels suggest an underactive or overactive thyroid
- The overall amount of cholesterol in the blood
- A key marker for cardiovascular risk
- Interpreted alongside HDL, LDL and triglycerides
- A type of fat found in the blood, from food and the liver
- Raised levels are linked to heart disease and metabolic conditions
- Affected by diet, alcohol and blood sugar control
About this profile
Sample Requirements:
Turnaround Time:
4 hours
Fasting Requirements
Fasting for 8–12 hours before your test is recommended for the most accurate readings, especially for cholesterol and glucose levels. Water is allowed during the fasting period.
Investigate the Causes of Erectile Dysfunction
The Impotence Profile is a detailed blood test designed to uncover the potential causes behind erectile dysfunction (ED) and related symptoms. By evaluating hormone levels, metabolic function, and cardiovascular health, this test provides a complete picture to help identify contributing factors and guide treatment.
Why Choose This Test?
Identifies hormonal imbalances like low testosterone or elevated prolactin
Evaluates metabolic health including blood glucose and lipid levels
Assesses thyroid and cardiovascular function, both of which can affect sexual performance
Supports early diagnosis and personalised treatment strategies for ED and low libido
Who Is This Test For?
This profile is ideal for individuals experiencing:
Erectile dysfunction (difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection)
Low libido or reduced sexual interest
Fatigue, mood changes, or signs of hormonal imbalance
Concerns about cholesterol, glucose, or cardiovascular health affecting sexual performance
What’s Measured in This Profile?
Hormonal Health
Testosterone – Primary male sex hormone
Free Testosterone (Calculated) – Active, bioavailable testosterone
Free Androgen Index (FAI) – Ratio of active testosterone to SHBG
Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG) – Regulates testosterone availability
Prolactin (PRL) – Hormone that can impact sexual desire and function
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) – Key for overall hormonal balance
Albumin – Affects free testosterone calculation and general health
Metabolic & Cardiovascular Markers
Glucose – For blood sugar and insulin-related health
Cholesterol Profile – Including total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, triglycerides, and non-HDL
What Can This Test Detect?
Low testosterone or hormonal imbalance
Elevated prolactin that may reduce libido or interfere with erectile function
Thyroid issues that can affect mood and energy
Cardiometabolic risks like high cholesterol or blood sugar, which are linked to ED
Fasting Requirements
Fasting for 8–12 hours before your test is recommended for the most accurate readings, especially for cholesterol and glucose levels. Water is allowed during the fasting period.
