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Prostate Cancer Risk Test Clinic test
Genetic risk · men’s health

Prostate Cancer Risk Test

Looks for inherited changes in 14 genes associated with a higher lifetime risk of prostate cancer — including BRCA1, BRCA2, HOXB13, CHEK2 and ATM.

Price £620 £589.99
Covers 14 genes
Type Clinic visit · ~15 min
Book just this test
Blood sample for DNA analysis — taken at 44 Crawford Street, Marylebone
No preparation needed. Bring details of any family history you know of.
Results explained by our clinical team
About this test

Everything you need to know about Prostate Cancer Risk Test

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the UK, and a proportion of cases run in families. This test analyses 14 genes in which inherited changes are known to raise the risk — ATM, BRCA1, BRCA2, CHEK2, EPCAM, HOXB13, MLH1, MSH2, MSH6, NBN, PALB2, PMS2, RAD51D and TP53.

It is a genetic test, not a PSA test: it does not look for cancer that may already be present, it tells you whether you carry a change that makes closer monitoring sensible. A genetic test looks at the DNA you were born with. It tells you about inherited likelihood, not certainty: a variant can raise your risk without meaning you will develop the condition, and a clear result does not remove the everyday risk everyone carries. Results are explained to you by our clinical team, and we will say when a conversation with your GP or a genetics service is the right next step.

What's measured

What's included

14 genes in this test

ATM BRCA1 BRCA2 CHEK2 EPCAM HOXB13 MLH1 MSH2 MSH6 NBN PALB2 PMS2 RAD51D TP53
Who it's for

Worth considering if

  • A father, brother or son diagnosed with prostate cancer, particularly under 60
  • A family history of breast, ovarian or pancreatic cancer (shared BRCA / PALB2 genes)
  • Men of Black African or Black Caribbean heritage, who carry a higher baseline risk
  • Anyone deciding how often to have PSA checks and wanting more information
Important: A genetic test describes inherited likelihood, not certainty, and is not suitable for everyone. Our clinical team talks it through with you before the sample is taken and explains the result afterwards, including when a conversation with your GP or a genetics service is the right next step.
What to expect

Your visit

1

Book online

Add this test — and any others — to your booking, pick a time at the clinic and pay online. No preparation needed. Bring details of any family history you know of.

2

Your visit

About 15 minutes at 44 Crawford Street, Marylebone. Our clinical team takes your sample (blood sample for dna analysis) and answers any questions.

3

Results explained

The laboratory analyses your sample and your results are released to your secure account with a written explanation from our clinical team — and a call where something needs talking through.

Frequently Asked

Prostate Cancer Risk Test — FAQs

Is this a PSA test?
No. PSA is a blood protein that can be raised when the prostate is enlarged, inflamed or cancerous — it checks for a current problem. This test looks at the genes you inherited and your long-term risk. Many men have both, for different reasons.
What happens if a variant is found?
Our clinician explains what the specific change means. Usually it leads to a recommendation for earlier or more regular PSA testing and a conversation with your GP, who can refer you to a specialist or a genetics service where appropriate.
Does a clear result mean I will not get prostate cancer?
No. Most prostate cancers occur in men with no known inherited variant. A clear result means your inherited risk is not raised by these 14 genes; age, ethnicity and family history still matter.
Could the result affect my relatives?
Yes — an inherited variant may be shared by brothers, sisters and children. We talk this through with you so you can decide what, and whom, to tell.
How long do results take?
Genetic analysis takes longer than a routine blood test. We give you the expected turnaround at your appointment and arrange a results conversation once the report is back.
Where is the test done?
44 Crawford Street, London W1H 1JS — a short walk from Marylebone and Edgware Road stations. Your sample is taken at the clinic by our clinical team; you do not need to bring anything.
How long does the appointment take?
About 15 minutes. If you have booked several tests they are all done in the same visit.
Can I book several tests at once?
Yes. Use “Add to booking” on each test and then “Book” in the bar at the bottom — they go into one appointment and one payment. Home test kits are ordered separately, because they are posted to you.
How do I pay, and can I cancel?
Pay online when you book — by card or bank transfer — or at the clinic where that option is offered. You can cancel or reschedule up to 24 hours before your appointment for a full refund.
How do I get my results?
Results are released to your secure account and explained by our clinical team in a written summary, with a call where something needs talking through. Turnaround depends on the test: routine blood panels are quicker than genetic or DNA analysis, and we tell you what to expect at your appointment.
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