Blood Tests and Health Checks

Keep yourself healthy

Through our partnerships with specialist phlebotomy clinics, you can access accurate IV blood tests. Your healthcare team will recommend the tests that best support your health and transition journey.

Clinically qualified and experienced healthcare professionals review all blood tests. They do this alongside overseeing your healthcare needs and previous history.

All blood tests include a follow-up by email or, if needed, an online appointment. This allows you to go through your results together and make any adjustments to your care. It’s all about ensuring your health is in the best possible hands.

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Are blood tests included in my membership?

If you’re on a Standard membership or Youth membership, all the blood tests you need are included for the entire length of your membership. This applies whether you’re just starting or are years into your transition.

If you’re on the Transfer 12 membership, Transfer 24 membership, or the Lite membership, blood tests aren’t included in your plan. However, we’ve arranged competitive rates with our partner clinic, making it easy and affordable to book tests through Anne Health. The cost depends on the specific blood test you require and levels being monitored.

Why choose venous blood tests?

We only offer venous blood tests, which are considered best practice and the most reliable method for blood testing. While finger-prick tests are popular, they’ve been shown to provide inaccurate results. Many people face issues with insufficient samples, tainted results, or needing to re-purchase and retake tests. Finger-prick tests are also unsuitable for trans+ patients using hormone gels or spironolactone. 

We prioritise accuracy and efficiency and have partnered with a phlebotomy clinic with locations across the UK that provide expert, medically supervised venous blood testing. For patients under 18, we provide access to mobile phlebotomists that will come to you.

If you’re anxious about needles, we understand—it’s a common concern. We can help make the process as stress-free as possible with tips, exercises, and options like local anaesthetic creams.

The process…

Here’s how it works when your clinician requests blood tests:

  1. We’ll send your details and the required tests to our partner clinic.

  2. You’ll get an email with information on scheduling your appointment, including finding your nearest clinic if you are 18+.

  3. A phlebotomist will collect your blood, either in a clinic or, if the patient is under 18, at your home, and the sample will be sent to the lab for analysis.

  4. Once the results are ready, you’ll be alerted to book a follow-up meeting with the doctor or nurse who ordered the tests.

  5. Your healthcare professional will review the results via an online appointment or email—whichever works best for you—and discuss any adjustments to your medication and healthcare plan.

What’s included?

✅ Blood tests as needed

For Standard membership and Youth membership patients.*

✅ Venous blood draws

The most accurate testing method to ensure your ongoing health and safety.

✅ Blood tests reviewed personally by a qualified medical professional

Get oversight and input from a qualified, experienced medical professional knowledgeable in your medical history and personal healthcare plan.

* For other membership types, blood tests are available at an additional cost.

The benefits of blood tests with Anne Health…

✅ Inclusive care: We focus on trans+ patients, tailoring tests to your needs. Every blood test is also personally reviewed by a qualified clinical professional with the option to discuss results in person.

✅ Affordable: Blood tests are included with Standard and Youth memberships, and we’ve negotiated great rates for other members.

✅ Convenient: Clinics across the UK make it easy to access care wherever you are. For patients under 18, a mobile phlebotomy visit is included.

✅ Reliable: Venous blood tests ensure the most accurate results every time.

✅ Flexible: We are also happy to send you a venous blood testing kit if you have a preferred medical professional available to draw your blood sample.

Who can use this service?

This service is available to:

  • All Anne Health members.