Is clinical review included?+
No. The optional £99 clinician-led results review is separately booked and is not required to purchase a panel. The clinician, duration, scope and limitations will be shown before payment.
Are the panels fasting?+
Yes. The panels use a fasting morning sample. Follow the preparation instructions supplied for your selected panel. Unless instructed otherwise, fast overnight and drink plain water. Do not stop or change prescribed medicines yourself.
Can I use the service if I take anabolic substances?+
AK-LABS is developing a confidential, non-judgemental monitoring pathway for adults. It will not supply, prescribe or encourage non-prescribed substances, and testing cannot make their use safe.
How will I receive results?+
Results will be released through the secure reporting route confirmed before booking. Please do not send sensitive medical information by ordinary email.
What happens if a result is urgent?+
The service will use verified contact details and a documented critical-result process. AK-LABS is not an emergency service: call 999 or attend A&E for an immediate risk to life, and contact NHS 111 for urgent medical advice.
When will results be ready?+
Turnaround depends on the panel, laboratory and any referral assay. Your expected timeframe will be shown before payment.
Does this replace my GP?+
No. Blood results are not, by themselves, a diagnosis. Continue to use NHS, urgent and specialist services whenever appropriate.
Can I book now?+
Not yet. AK-LABS is pre-launch. Register your interest to be told when Manchester appointments open.