Hair Health Blood Test Archives - Vitalscan https://vitalscan.health/faq_category/hair-health-blood-test/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:48:24 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Can I share my results with another doctor or specialist? https://vitalscan.health/faq-items/can-i-share-my-results-with-another-doctor-or-specialist/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:48:24 +0000 https://vitalscan.health/?post_type=avada_faq&p=2323 Yes. Your results are yours to share with any healthcare professional - your GP, a trichologist, a dermatologist, or any specialist you choose.

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]]> Yes. Your results are yours to share with any healthcare professional – your GP, a trichologist, a dermatologist, or any specialist you choose.

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]]> Do I need to fast before the test? https://vitalscan.health/faq-items/do-i-need-to-fast-before-the-test/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:47:58 +0000 https://vitalscan.health/?post_type=avada_faq&p=2321 For most patients, fasting is not required. Our team will confirm any preparation instructions specific to your test when you book.

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]]> For most patients, fasting is not required. Our team will confirm any preparation instructions specific to your test when you book.

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]]> How soon will I get my results? https://vitalscan.health/faq-items/how-soon-will-i-get-my-results/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:47:28 +0000 https://vitalscan.health/?post_type=avada_faq&p=2319 Results are usually available within a few working days of your appointment. You will receive a clear written report with explanations for each marker.

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]]> Results are usually available within a few working days of your appointment. You will receive a clear written report with explanations for each marker.

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]]> Is this test suitable for men? https://vitalscan.health/faq-items/is-this-test-suitable-for-men/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:47:02 +0000 https://vitalscan.health/?post_type=avada_faq&p=2317 Yes. While hormonal hair loss is often discussed in the context of women, the same markers — testosterone, SHBG, thyroid function, ferritin, and inflammation — are equally relevant for men experiencing thinning or shedding.

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]]> Yes. While hormonal hair loss is often discussed in the context of women, the same markers — testosterone, SHBG, thyroid function, ferritin, and inflammation — are equally relevant for men experiencing thinning or shedding.

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]]> What causes sudden hair loss? https://vitalscan.health/faq-items/what-causes-sudden-hair-loss/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:46:32 +0000 https://vitalscan.health/?post_type=avada_faq&p=2315 Sudden or increased hair shedding is often caused by a condition called telogen effluvium, where hair follicles prematurely enter a resting phase. Common triggers include iron deficiency, thyroid dysfunction, hormonal changes (such as after pregnancy or during menopause), significant stress, or illness. A blood test can help identify whether an internal cause is contributing.

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]]> Sudden or increased hair shedding is often caused by a condition called telogen effluvium, where hair follicles prematurely enter a resting phase. Common triggers include iron deficiency, thyroid dysfunction, hormonal changes (such as after pregnancy or during menopause), significant stress, or illness. A blood test can help identify whether an internal cause is contributing.

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]]> Does the NHS test for hair loss causes? https://vitalscan.health/faq-items/does-the-nhs-test-for-hair-loss-causes/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:45:49 +0000 https://vitalscan.health/?post_type=avada_faq&p=2312 A GP may arrange some blood tests if you present with hair loss, but NHS testing is typically limited to ruling out serious illness. Markers like ferritin are often interpreted using wide reference ranges that may miss the lower levels associated with hair loss. A private test allows a more focused assessment.

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]]> A GP may arrange some blood tests if you present with hair loss, but NHS testing is typically limited to ruling out serious illness. Markers like ferritin are often interpreted using wide reference ranges that may miss the lower levels associated with hair loss. A private test allows a more focused assessment.

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]]> What blood tests check for hair loss? https://vitalscan.health/faq-items/what-blood-tests-check-for-hair-loss/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:38:09 +0000 https://vitalscan.health/?post_type=avada_faq&p=2309 The most clinically relevant markers for hair loss are ferritin (iron storage), TSH and FT4 (thyroid function), testosterone and SHBG (hormone balance), and HSCRP (inflammation). Our Hair Loss Blood Test panel covers all of these in one appointment.

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]]> The most clinically relevant markers for hair loss are ferritin (iron storage), TSH and FT4 (thyroid function), testosterone and SHBG (hormone balance), and HSCRP (inflammation). Our Hair Loss Blood Test panel covers all of these in one appointment.

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