Personal Diagnostics Limited, Dorking (2025)

12/04/2023

Vitamin D helps the body to regulate calcium making it essential to maintaining healthy bones, teeth, and muscles.
Vitamin D is essential for healthy bones. Deficiency is common and can affect bone health, muscle health, immune function and mood. Find out your Vitamin D level with our convenient home blood sample collection kit.

Why get tested?
Vitamin D deficiency is extremely common affecting around 1 billion people globally, with lack of sun exposure, a vegan diet and milk allergies putting you more at risk of vitamin D deficiency.

Vitamin D helps the body regulate calcium making it essential to maintaining healthy bones, teeth, and muscles.

Deficiency is also linked to a variety of other health concerns including depression, fatigue, cardiovascular disease, cognitive impairment, severe asthma and even cancer.

To find out more, visit our website: https://www.personaldiagnostics.co.uk/vitamin-d

11/04/2023

Test to measure the levels of essential vitamin D to help prevent or manage deficiency

Vitamin D helps the body to regulate calcium making it essential to maintaining healthy bones, teeth, and muscles.
Vitamin D is essential for healthy bones. Deficiency is common and can affect bone health, muscle health, immune function and mood. Find out your Vitamin D level with our convenient home blood sample collection kit.

Your personalised report
Easy to interpret Vitamin D report will provide a breakdown of your results, what they mean and next steps. Reports will be emailed to the email address provided at the time of registration.

To find out more, visit our website: https://www.personaldiagnostics.co.uk/vitamin-d

10/04/2023

How it works?

:: Purchase your test kit with confidence. Transactions are handled safely & securely
:: Register your kit online once it arrives. You must do this to receive your results here
:: Take a urine / swab sample & post back to us using the pre-paid envelope provided
:: Your confidential results will be available 7 days after receipt of your sample

Why choose Confidante STI Test?

New Relationship - If you’re in a new relationship, you should both take the test before having s*x.
Family Planning - If you are planning a family now or in the future.
Sharing S*x Toys - STI’s can pass from one person to another from sharing s*x toys.
Medical Records - If you don’t want your test or results to appear on your medical or insurance records.
Unprotected S*x - If you have ever had unprotected s*x.
Condom Breaks - When the unfortunate happens and your condom breaks during in*******se.

This product is offered in cooperation with our partner – Randox Health – offering World Class Laboratory excellence.

To find out more, please visit our website: https://www.personaldiagnostics.co.uk/confidante-home-sti-testing-kit

07/04/2023

Why get tested?
S*xually Transmitted Infections are on the increase and with many showing no symptoms, it is possible to have an STI and not even know about it.

If you are concerned about your s*xual health due to a recent event, symptoms, a change in s*xual partner or simply want peace of mind, Confidante home STI test kit offers the perfect solution.

Confidante will test for 10 of the most common STIs and will detect even those infections that do not show any symptoms, providing a comprehensive profile of your s*xual health.

Regular screening can aid in detecting an infection in the early stages and help to reduce the risk of such complications.

This product is offered in cooperation with our partner – Randox Health – offering World Class Laboratory excellence.

To find out more, please visit our website: https://www.personaldiagnostics.co.uk/confidante-home-sti-testing-kit

06/04/2023

This product is offered in cooperation with our partner – Randox Health – offering World Class Laboratory excellence.

Confidante Home STI Testing Kit
Completely private service from purchase to results
Discreetely delivered to Your preferred address, this STI test will not appear on your medical record. Detecting 10 STI's:

:: Chlamydia
:: Gonorrhoea
:: Syphilis
:: Herpes simplex I
:: Herpes simplex II
:: Trichomas vaginalis
:: Mycoplasma hominis
:: Mycoplasma genitalium
:: Ureaplasma urelyticum
:: Chancroid

To find out more, please visit our website: https://www.personaldiagnostics.co.uk/confidante-home-sti-testing-kit

05/04/2023

UlcerScreen – Frequently Asked Questions

How does UlcerScreen™ work?
When the bacterium H.pylori is present in the gastric epithelium specific antibodies are produced by the immune system. UlcerScreen™ specifically detects these anti H.pylori antibodies in blood and therefore shows the presence of the bacteria.

When should you use UlcerScreen™?
The UlcerScreen™ test should be performed if you have repeated stomach or intestinal pains (stomach ache, acidic, reflux etc.). The test can be performed at any time of the day.

How accurate is UlcerScreen™?
The test results are accurate as long as the instructions are followed very carefully. However if the UlcerScreen™ test cassette gets wet before performing the test or if the volume of blood added to the sample well is incorrect, the accuracy of the test can be affected. The pipette provided in the kit is marked to show when the correct volume of blood has been collected. If used correctly studies have shown UlcerScreen™ has an accuracy of over 90% compared to reference methods.

What should I do if the test result is positive?
If the UlcerScreen™ test result is positive it means that anti-H. pylori antibodies are present in blood. We would recommend that you should seek medical advice from your doctor who will decide if further investigation should be performed as the anti-H. pylori antibodies could be due a to previous infection that has already been treated.

What should I do if the test result is negative?
If the test result is negative, it means that the test could not detect anti-H. pylori antibodies in blood sample. However, as no test is 100% effective we would recommend that you consult your doctor if your stomach ache, gastric reflux or other worrying symptoms persist.

To find out more about peptic ulcers, visit our website: https://www.personaldiagnostics.co.uk/ulcerscreen

04/04/2023

About Stomach Ulcers

A peptic ulcer is a sore on the lining of the stomach or duodenum, the beginning of the small intestine. A peptic ulcer may also develop just above the stomach in the oesophagus, although this is far less common. A peptic ulcer in the stomach is called a gastric or stomach ulcer, whilst those that occur in the duodenum are called duodenal ulcers. It is possible to have both gastric and duodenal ulcers at the same time, and more than once in a lifetime.

A bacterium called Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a major cause of peptic ulcers. H.pylori is one of the most common infections in the UK. More than 25% of people become infected with H. pylori at some stage in their life. Once you are infected, it usually stays with you for the rest of your life, unless treated. About 15% of people who are infected with H. pylori go on to develop peptic ulcers, and although they can affect people of any age they are most common in women and men over the age of 60.

The most common symptom of both duodenal and stomach ulcers is abdominal discomfort including;

:: A dull or burning pain
:: Particularly occurs between meals or during the night
:: May be briefly relieved by eating food or by taking antacids
:: Lasts for periods of minutes to hours and comes and goes for several days or weeks

Other symptoms can include:

:: Weight loss
:: Poor appetite
:: Bloating and burping
:: Nausea and vomiting

An infection with H.pylori can be easily treated so if you have these symptoms UlcerScreen® can help in identifying their cause.

To find out more about peptic ulcers, visit our website: https://www.personaldiagnostics.co.uk/ulcerscreen

03/04/2023

UlcerScreen™ is a home test that detects the antibodies to Helicobacter pylori associated with Peptic Ulcers.

The UlcerScreen test kit has been designed for use a home and no previous experience or training is necessary. The test takes just 10 minutes. A small finger-prick blood sample is taken with a sterile lancet provided in the kit. The blood sample is then transferred to the UlcerScreen™ test cassette using the micropipette provided, and after the addition of six drops of buffer solution the result is shown in 10 minutes. A positive result is given if IgG antibodies to H.pylori are detected.

The summary below shows you how easy it is to take your finger-prick blood sample, run the test and then interpret your results.

Everything you need to perform the test is provided in the kit:

:: Easy to follow, step-by-step instructions
:: A test cassette and diluent dropper bottle
:: Two sterile lancets and micropipettes (a spare one of each is included)
:: An alcohol swab to sterilise your finger

To find out more about peptic ulcers, visit our website: https://www.personaldiagnostics.co.uk/ulcerscreen

31/03/2023

AnaemiaScreen – Frequently Asked Questions

How does AnaemiaScreen™ work?
Ferritin is a protein and the primary form of iron stored inside your body's cells. A positive result means that the ferritin concentration in your blood is lower than 20ng/mL and that you have a possible iron deficiency.

When should you use AnaemiaScreen™?
The AnaemiaScreen™ test should be performed if you have symptoms that include pale complexion, tiredness, headaches, heart palpitations or shortness of breath when exercising, during pregnancy or heavy periods. The test can be used at any time of the day but must not be performed when you have an infection, acute inflammations or in cases of spleen or liver injury. A false positive result could be obtained where there is no iron deficiency in these situations.

How accurate is AnaemiaScreen™?
The test results are accurate as long as the instructions are followed very carefully. However if the AnaemiaScreen™ test cassette gets wet before performing the test or if the volume of blood added to the sample well is incorrect, the accuracy of the test can be affected. The pipette provided in the kit is marked to show when the correct volume of blood has been collected. If used correctly studies have shown AnaemiaScreen™ has an accuracy of over 98% compared to reference methods.

What should I do if the test result is positive?
If the AnaemiaScreen™ test result is positive it means that the level of ferritin in your blood is lower than the normal (20ng/mL) and that you should seek medical advice from your doctor who will decide if further investigation should be performed.

What should I do if the test result is negative?
If the test result is negative, it means that the level of ferritin in your blood is higher than 20ng/ml and within the normal range. However, as no test is 100% effective we would recommend that you consult your doctor if your symptoms persist.

Visit our website for more information: https://www.personaldiagnostics.co.uk/anaemiascreen

30/03/2023

About Iron Deficiency Anaemia

Iron deficiency anaemia is very common affecting up to 5% of men and post-menopausal women. The most common cause of iron deficiency is heavy menstrual periods with up to 10% of women affected at some stage in their lives. Iron deficiency anaemia is also common in pregnancy because of the requirements of the developing baby for iron.

There can be many other causes of iron deficiency, including bleeding into the gut. This is a common cause in older people and can be due to a variety of conditions such as peptic ulcers or colitis. Conditions that affect the absorption from the gut such as coeliac disease can also reduce iron intake and lead to anaemia.

The most common symptoms of iron deficiency anaemia include:

:: Tiredness
:: Lethargy (lack of energy)
:: Shortness of breath (dyspnoea)
:: Palpitations (irregular heartbeat)
:: Rapid pulse
:: Pale complexion

Other less common symptoms can include:

:: Headaches
:: Tinnitus (ringing in your ears)
:: An altered sense of taste
:: Dry, brittle nails or 'spoon nails'
:: Painful ulcers on the corners of your mouth
:: A sore tongue and difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)

In many people iron deficiency anaemia will develop slowly and there may be few signs of the illness. The severity of your symptoms may depend on how quickly your anaemia develops, so AnaemiaScreen our home screening test for iron deficiency anaemia will help you check for the condition.

Visit our website for more information: https://www.personaldiagnostics.co.uk/anaemiascreen

29/03/2023

AnaemiaScreen™ is a home test for iron deficiency anaemia.

Test for iron deficiency anaemia (anemia) with our accurate easy to use home test kit.

AnaemiaScreen™ is a home anaemia test kit for iron deficiency anaemia. It is a blood test for anaemia that detects if you have low iron in your blood. AnaemiaScreen™ measures ferritin, a protein involved in the storage of iron in your body, which is the most sensitive indicator of iron deficiency anaemia. A low blood iron level is the most common cause of anaemia, which in women is frequently caused by heavy menstrual periods. There can however be many other causes of low blood iron levels such as bleeding into the gut, a common cause in older people.Our AnaemiaScreen test kit has been designed for use at home and comes with clear, step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow. The test takes just 10 minutes. A small finger-prick blood sample is taken with a sterile lancet provided in the kit. The blood sample is then transferred to the AnaemiaScreen™ test cassette using the micropipette provided, and after the addition of six drops of buffer solution the result is shown in 10 minutes. A positive result is given if you have a low ferritin level below 20 ng/ml.

The summary below shows you how easy it is to take your finger-prick blood sample, run the test and then interpret your results.

Everything you need to perform the test is provided in the kit:

:: Easy to follow, step-by-step instructions
:: A test cassette and diluent dropper bottle
:: Two sterile lancets and micropipettes (a spare one of each is included)
:: An alcohol swab to sterilise your finger

Visit our website to find out more more: https://www.personaldiagnostics.co.uk/anaemiascreen

28/03/2023

ThyroScreen – Frequently Asked Questions

How does ThyroScreen™ work?
ThyroScreen™ gives a positive result if your Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) level is above 5μIU/ml. TSH controls the amount of thyroxine produced by the thyroid gland and a raised TSH level above this cut-off indicates that you are likely to have an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).

When should the test be used?
If you have one or more of the symptoms of hypothyroidism including feeling tired and lethargic, weight gain, dry skin and brittle hair, becoming forgetful and sometimes depressed, feeling cold and constipation as well as menstrual irregularities in women, then taking the ThyroScreen™ test for the condition is recommended. The test can be performed at any time of the day but is not recommended if you are already undergoing treatment for a thyroid condition.

Is the test result correct?
ThyroScreen™ has been validated against laboratory tests and is accurate provided the instructions are followed carefully. Please note however that the test result can be adversely affected if the cassette gets wet before the test is performed or if insufficient blood is used. It is important to ensure that the correct volume of blood is collected, as indicated by the black line marked on the pipette.

Visit our website for more information: https://www.personaldiagnostics.co.uk/thyroscreen

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