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Testosterone, Free
Free testosterone describes the fraction circulating independently of binding proteins. It can help assess symptoms when total testosterone is difficult to interpret.
Price for this test on its ownAED 190Test price AED 90
Clinical authorDr Nirupama SabhapathySpecialist Clinical Pathology
- Sample
- Serum
- Laboratory turnaround
- 24 hours
- Collection
- Dubai
- Laboratory
- Intel Lab
Understanding the test
What does the Free Testosterone test measure?
Also called Free Testosterone
Free testosterone may add information when a change in binding proteins is suspected, or when a total testosterone result does not explain the symptoms.
When it may be requested
Examining available hormone
Free testosterone may help when a change in binding proteins makes total testosterone difficult to interpret.
Assessing symptoms
The clinician considers the result with total testosterone, timing and the clinical history.
Before your sample
Prepare for collection
SpecimenSerum
Your checklist
Ask which morning collection time is appropriate and whether any other tests require fasting. Report hormone treatment and the time of the last dose.
A clinician takes a small sample of blood from a vein. The laboratory uses serum, the liquid separated from the blood after it clots.
Smart Report
Understanding your result
24 hoursLaboratory turnaround
Result guideTestosterone, Free
Reading your result
Free testosterone methods and reference intervals differ. The clinician considers the collection time and other hormone values before interpreting a change.
What can affect it
- Methods and reference intervals differ, so results from different laboratories may be difficult to compare.
From sample to follow-up
Your testing journey
Laboratory testTestosterone, Free
- Specimen
- Serum
- Turnaround
- 24 hours
Open your laboratory report
Look for Testosterone, Free in your report. Use the sample type and collection time when comparing it with an earlier report.
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Discuss the next step
Keep the assay, sampling time and units from both reports if you are comparing free testosterone between laboratories.
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Patient questions
Before you book
Can I compare free testosterone directly with total testosterone?
They represent different fractions and are reported on different scales. Use the interval for the particular measurement and method on your report.
Why does the sample have to be in the morning?
Testosterone levels change during the day. For an assessment of low testosterone, your clinician may request morning samples taken at similar times. This reduces one source of variation. Illness, treatment and differences between assays can still affect the comparison.
Can a testosterone gel affect my result?
Yes. Testosterone gel on the skin at the blood-draw site can contaminate the sample and make the result look high. Tell the team exactly when and where you applied your prescribed gel so they can choose a suitable sampling site.
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Sources & further reading
Written by Dr Nirupama Sabhapathy, Specialist Clinical Pathology. Medically reviewed by Dr Joyce Jose, Specialist Clinical Pathology, on .
Catalogue information and AED price checked on 2 November 2026. Clinical suitability, preparation, collection arrangements and turnaround are confirmed for your selected test.