Self-Test Products
Waiting times for GPs are on the increase, and many people don't want to bother their GPs unnecessarily.
The self-tests products are not quantitative, but rather give an indication if levels are low / high / normal.
If a positive / low / high result is achieved => go to see a nutritionist or GP to discuss your findings!
Self-tests empower everyone to gain a better understanding of their personal health and wellbeing.
By testing at home, you can get quick results => seek medical advice if needed.
"Any previous tests that I've come across were expensive and required sending to labs. I was really excited to learn about these products, their ease of use and price make them an excellent starting point for clients. Any unusual results can then be discussed with a nutritionist or GP (who may then do more detailed testing)".
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Product Details
TEST 1
CYD (Check Your Drink) Drink Spike Test
> detects 2 common date rape drugs; Ketamine and GHB (Gamma Hydroxybutyrate).
> takes seconds to produce a result.
> can be used at bars, parties, festivals, & concerts.
> 1/3 women and 1/5 men (YouGov poll) know someone who had been spiked or had themselves been spiked.
> if you test positive or if you or a friend start to feel strange or more drunk than expected, don’t delay in getting help => alert someone you trust, a friend or staff/host and get to a safe place. If necessary, or if you are in danger, contact the police. If symptoms worsen call an ambulance immediatel.
Price = £8.00 (pack of 5)
TEST 2
Abingdon Simply Test – Vitamin D
> detects 25(OH)D (25-hydroxyvitamin D) from a small sample of blood.
> people who may be vitamin D deficient include those that are older, menopausal, don't spend much time in sunlight, and those with Coeliac or Crohn’s disease, chronic fatigue, osteoporosis, or on a plant-based diet.
> clear instructions guide you through the testing process.
> contact a naturopathic nutritionist or doctor following a positive result or if you have concerns about vitamin D deficiency
Price = £9.00
TEST 3
Abingdon Simply Test – Bowel Health > detects faecal occult blood in stools (poo).
> all user components are provided and taking a stool sample is very easy.
> an ideal screening tool to check poo for invisible blood.
> symptoms may not be visible in the early stages of gastrointestinal problems such as ulcers, polyps, colitis, diverticulitis, bowel cancer and fissures.
> test accuracy is not affected by diet, unlike some other tests available.
> note that not all cancers or polyps bleed.
> additional tests may be needed to determine the source of the bleeding.
> consult a doctor if you obtain a positive result or if after receiving a negative result symptoms continue or you have any concerns about your bowel health.
Price = £8.00
TEST 4
Abingdon Simply Test – UTI
> for detecting urinary tract infections, located in the urethra, bladder, ureter, and kidneys.
> dipstick helps you check for the presence of blood, protein, nitrite, and leukocytes.
> results in 2 mins and can be colour graded.
> left untreated, some UTIs can spread and cause kidney complications.
> test urine early in the morning when markers are most concentrated.
> do not test during up to 3 days after a menstrual period.
> consult a naturopathic practitioner or doctor following a positive result or if you have any concerns about UTIs.
Price = £4.00
TEST 5
Abingdon Simply Test – Iron
> used for the convenient self-testing of ferritin at home.
> testing for ferritin is widely used in the medical profession to understand iron stores in blood.
> produces results in minutes from a small fingerpick of blood.
> low ferritin may indicate anemia, hypothyroidism, vitamin C deficiency or coeliac disease.
> consult a naturopathic nutritionist or doctor if the result indicates ferritin levels are abnormal or you have any concerns regarding low ferritin or iron deficiency.
Price = £8.00
TEST 6
Abingdon Simply Test – Ulcer (H. Pylori)
> H. Pylori is linked to some gastrointestinal diseases and usually passes unknowingly from person to person or through contaminated food or water.
> use if repeated stomach and intestinal troubles.
> most people won’t realise they are infected.
> regular screening can form an important part of routine health checks.
> speak with a naturopathic nutritionist or doctor following a positive result or if you have any concerns about your stomach or intestines.
> seek immediate medical advice if you have severe or ongoing stomach (abdominal) pain strong enough to wake you at night or bloody or black poo or vomit.
Price = £8.00
TEST 7
Abingdon Simply Test - Menopause
Abingdon Simply Test – Menopause is a fast and convenient self-test for detecting elevated levels of the hormone FSH.
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Rule-in or rule-out possible signs and symptoms of the menopause
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Take charge of your health and monitor FSH hormone levels
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Test yourself discreetly at home
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Simple urine sample
Pack Size: 2 Tests
Price = £8.00
TEST 8
SelfCheck - Gluten Test (Coeliac Disease)
> detects specific IgA anti-tissue transglutaminase antibodies (tTGA)- a proven biomarker for CD.
> people suffering from the following medical conditions may be screened for CD in the future: Type 1 diabetes. IBS, under-/over-active thyroid, and dermatitis herpetiformis.
> CD symptoms include bloating after eating bread and/or pasta, bouts of diarrhoea and constipation, muscle wastage, fatigue, and skin complaints.
Price = £20.00
TEST 9
SelfCheck Bowel Health Test (FIT)
> traces of blood in faeces may be due to haemorrhoids, polyps and, in rare cases, bowel cancer.
> all of these conditions can be treated more effectively and efficiently if medical advice and intervention begins as early as possible.
> test uses the faecal immunochemical principle (FIT), requiring only a small sample of faeces.
> the cut-off for a positive result is greater than 30µg Hb/g faeces. This is more sensitive than most NHS FIT screening tests (80 to 150µg/g).
Price = £20.00
TEST 10
The SELFCHECK Prostate Health Test
> detects raised levels of prostate specific antigen (PSA) linked with prostate gland abnormalities.
> PSA is regarded as a marker for prostate cancer, a high PSA level is more likely to be due to prostatitis, an enlarged prostate or a urine infection.
> about 3/4 men with raised PSA won't have cancer.
> around 1/7 men with normal PSA will have cancer.
> in the UK, men over 50 years without symptoms, can request a PSA test from their doctor.
Pros and Cons of PSA Testing
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reassuring if the test result is normal
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it can find early signs of cancer
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can miss cancers or provide false reassurance
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may lead to unnecessary worry if no cancer
Price = £ 20.00
TEST 11
The SELFCHECK Female Chlamydia
> chlamydia infections are increasingly common, particularly in females between the ages of 18-35.
> unlike other STIs, the symptoms associated with chlamydia are very difficult to detect.
> once diagnosed, chlamydia infections can be easily treated with antibiotics.
> if left untreated, females can develop a range of complications such as pelvic inflammatory disease (which may inhibit or prevent conception) and, an increased risk of ectopic pregnancy.
> tests require a swab from the lower vaginal area.
> swab is then immersed in a solution to detect the presence or absence of chlamydia organisms.
> can be carried out in 5 mins and produces an easy to read visual result.
Price = £20.00
TEST 12
The SELFCHECK Menopause (FSH)
> mid-stream morning urine sample.
> two lines will appear on the test device. If the lower line is the same intensity of colour or darker than the upper line then the result is positive.
> if you get a positive result you should check again the following week.
> follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) levels can fluctuate => need to test twice.
> it is only if both tests show raised levels of FSH that menopause should be considered.
> don't change your medication, contraception or lifestyle until menopause is confirmed by your GP.
Price = £ 15.00
TEST 13
The SELFCHECK Allergy Test
> allergies are a major trigger of hay fever (rhinitis), eczema, asthma and food sensitivity.
> test shows if level of immunoglobuin E antibodies (total IgE) in your blood is higher than normal.
> not everyone with allergies will have a high total IgE level.
> if you do have a higher than normal IgE antibody level and/or symptoms, speak with your doctor who can arrange for further tests.
> you don't need to be having symptoms at the the time you do your test.
Price = £ 20.00
TEST 14
Imutest Airborne Allergy Screen
> if you suffer from a runny or blocked nose, itching eyes and/or skin, and shortness of breath => you could have an airborne related allergy.
> test measures your levels of allergy antibodies (IgE) to cats, dust mites, and grass pollen.
> laboratory accurate results within 30 minutes.
Price = £ 23.00
TEST 15
Imutest Milk Allergy
> cow's milk allergy is one of the most common food allergies in children and can significantly affect the lifestyle of an allergic individual.
> milk and milk-derived proteins can be found in a wide range of processed foods and determining whether you have a sensitivity is one of the first steps to improving your quality of life.
> test detects raised levels of IgE allergy antibodies against cow's milk protein.
> if your milk allergy test gives a positive result => see a naturopathic nutritionist or GP to discuss further
Price = £ 17.50
TEST 16
Imutest Egg Allergy
> hen's egg white protein is one of the most common triggers for food allergies.
> confirm / discount an allergy to eggs in just 30 minutes.
> allergic individuals will experience symptoms such as itching, swelling of the lips and face, coughing, shortness of breath and wheezing, asthma; dry, itchy throat and tongue, itchy skin, rashes and eczema, diarrhoea, vomiting, headache or even anaphylaxis.
detect any raised levels of IgE allergy antibodies against the proteins found in hens eggs. A similar technique to that used in hospital laboratory testing. If your egg allergy test gives a positive result, we recommend that you make an appointment with your GP to discuss the best way to manage your allergy to eggs.
Price = £ 17.50
TEST 17
Imutest Cat Allergy Test Kit
> cat allergy is the most common pet allergy.
> symptoms can include itching, rashes, eczema, tightness in the chest and shortness of breath, coughing or wheezing.
> confirm or discount if you have a genuine cat allergy in just 30 minutes.
> results will be as reliable as the test your GP would arrange for you.
Price = £ 17.50
TEST 18
Imutest Dust Mites Test Kit
> dust mites are the second most common allergen after pollen.
> dust mite allergies can present symptoms such as itching, swelling of the lips and face, rashes, coughing, shortness of breath and wheezing, asthma, dry itchy throat and tongue, itchy skin, rashes, and eczema.
> simple finger prick test detects raised levels of specific IgE allergy antibodies in the blood against dust mite allergens.
Price = £ 17.50
TEST 19
Wondfo Strep A Self-Test
> used for the rapid detection of the group A streptococcal antigen from a throat swab specimen.
> Strep A is a type of bacteria commonly found on the skin or in the throat, that generally causes mild infections such as sore throat or impetigo.
> on rare occasions, invasive infections known as iGAS infections can result - especially in older people, young children & the immunocompromised.
> Strep A can easily be treated with antibiotics.
> seek medical help following a positive result or if you have concerns about a Strep A infection.
> if you get a negative result, and Strep A symptoms remain/worsen or, you're concerned, contact your GP.
Price = £ 7.00
Abingdon Health is certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 and works under IVDD 98/79/EC and in accordance with IVDR 2017/746 and GMP 21CFR820. Its facilities have medical device establishment registration with the Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency. It is also a member of Medilink.
SelfCheck's medical tests are CE certified, specifically for self-test & professional use to the same standards as hospital lab tests. The self-test kits are assembled in the UK from hospital grade components.
Imutest's allergy specific testing kits are suitable for screening both children and adults (i.e. milk, egg, airborne, dust mite and cat allergy testing kits). The only kit which is not suitable for children aged 6 years or younger is the Allergy Check Kit. Each test gives safe and reliable results with the same level of accuracy as a hospital laboratory, and all Imutest products carry a CE Mark confirming that they have been independently assessed by a certified EU Notified Body.
All medical tests, whether used at home, or by your hospital lab, can give some people false positive or negative results. A test result by itself is not a diagnosis. If you have symptoms that concern you, always speak with your pharmacist or doctor.
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