Blood Tests | At Home Kits | Cardiff & UK
At-Home Blood Testing Kits in Cardiff
Available at Hopwoods Pharmacy — in store and by post | Cardiff, South Wales
You can now order a York Labs at-home blood testing kit directly from Hopwoods Pharmacy in Cardiff, with expert pharmacist support available every step of the way. Whether you want to understand more about your body's response to certain foods, check key health markers, or simply take a proactive step towards better health, our pharmacist can guide you through the process — from taking your sample to making sense of your results.
Three kits are currently available. Each kit uses a simple finger-prick blood sample that you can collect at home, or we can take the sample for you in the pharmacy and post it to the laboratory on your behalf.
Which Blood Testing Kits Do We Stock?
We stock three York Labs testing kits, each designed to provide different health insights:
| Test | Price | What It Measures |
|---|---|---|
| Premium Food Sensitivity Test | £139.00 | IgG antibody responses to a wide range of foods |
| Food and Environmental Sensitivity Test | £139.00 | IgE antibody responses to foods and environmental allergens. |
| Essential Health Check | £79.00 | Key health markers including cholesterol, iron, vit D, vitB12 and liver function. |
| Male Hormone Check | £79.00 | Key health markers including free testosterone, LH, FSH, SHBG. |
How Does the In-Store Testing Service Work?
Can I get my sample taken at the pharmacy?
Yes. Rather than collecting your own finger-prick sample at home, you can visit Hopwoods Pharmacy in Cardiff and our pharmacist will take the sample for you. This is a simple, quick procedure — the same finger-prick technique used for NHS cholesterol and blood glucose checks.
Once your sample is collected, we will prepare and post it to the York Labs laboratory on your behalf, removing the need to handle postage yourself.
What happens step by step?
- Purchase your kit — in store or via email contact.
- Book your in-store appointment - optional, for pharmacist-assisted sample collection only — [BOOK HERE]
- Sample collection — your finger-prick sample is taken in the pharmacy and prepared for posting
- Laboratory analysis — York Labs analyse your sample and produce a personalised results report
- Receive your results — results are typically returned within 5 working days, directly to you from York Labs
- Results review — return to the pharmacy or call us to discuss your results with our pharmacist
Can I do the test entirely at home?
Yes. Each kit includes full instructions for self-collection at home and a pre-paid return envelope for posting your sample directly to York Labs. You can purchase the kit in store or via email contact, complete the test at home, and contact us if you have any questions about your results.
Pricing
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Premium Food Sensitivity Test (kit only) | £139.00 |
| Food and Environmental Sensitivity Test (kit only) | £139.00 |
| Essential Health Check (kit only) | £79.00 |
| Male Hormone Check (kit only) | £79.00 |
| In-store pharmacist-assisted sample collection | Included with purchase |
| Results interpretation consultation (pharmacist) | Included — no additional charge |
All prices include VAT where applicable. Kits are available to purchase in store at Hopwoods Pharmacy, Cardiff.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the food sensitivity test the same as a food allergy test?
No — these are different types of tests. A food sensitivity test of this type measures IgG antibody levels, which reflect your immune system's exposure and response to certain foods. A food allergy test measures IgE antibodies, which are associated with immediate, potentially severe allergic reactions. If you have experienced anaphylaxis, hives, swelling, or difficulty breathing after eating, you should see your GP for formal IgE allergy testing, not an at-home sensitivity test.
Can these results be used to diagnose a medical condition?
No. The results from IgG-based food sensitivity tests are not diagnostic. They cannot confirm or exclude food intolerance, food allergy, coeliac disease, or any other condition. The Essential Health Check provides health marker data that may indicate areas worth discussing with your GP, but is not a replacement for a clinical consultation.
How long does it take to get results?
Typically 5 working days.
What do I do if I am worried about my results?
If you have any concerns about your results, contact Hopwoods Pharmacy and our pharmacist will be happy to discuss them with you. Where results indicate any readings that may need clinical follow-up, we will advise you to contact your GP. For urgent concerns, please contact your GP directly or call NHS 111.
Are these tests available on the NHS?
No. These are private at-home testing kits. The Essential Health Check covers some markers similar to those included in the NHS Health Check programme, but this is a separate private service. For NHS blood testing, please contact your GP surgery.
Is the finger-prick sample collection painful?
A finger-prick is a very small, quick procedure — most people find it no more uncomfortable than a mild pinch. Our pharmacist will use a sterile lancet device designed to minimise discomfort.
Who can I speak to about which test is right for me?
Speak to our pharmacist in store or call us. We are happy to talk through the options and help you decide which kit best suits your needs.
How to Book or Buy
Visit us in store: Hopwoods Pharmacy, Cardiff.
Online booking / purchase: CLICK HERE
Written by Jake Groves (Prescribing Pharmacist)