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How to perform test

 Testosterone | Unimed

On this page

  1. Video tutorial
  2. Supplies overview
  3. Text instructions*
  4. Results evaluation
  5. Disposal instructions

Video tutorial for Testosterone by Unimed (matches Vitamin D)

*text instructions below





Supplies overview

  • 1x Testosterone Test Cassette
  • 1x Fixed-Volume Capillary Pipette
  • 1x Sterile Lancet
  • 1x Alcohol Swab
  • 1x Sterile Swab
  • 1x Buffer Solution Tube
  • 1x Igloo Reader
  • 1x Unimed Adapter
Included in test box:
  • 1x Testosterone Test Cassette
  • 1x Fixed-Volume Capillary Pipette
  • 1x Buffer Solution Tube

Additionally needed to perform test:

  • 1x Sterile Lancet
  • 1x Alcohol Swab
  • 1x Sterile Swab
  • 1x Igloo Reader
  • 1x Unimed Adapter
  • Igloo Reader



Text instructions


STEP 1: Prepare and Disinfect the Sampling Area

Lay out all kit components. Disinfect the fingertip with the alcohol swab and let it dry.

Warm hands make blood sampling easier! Allow the test subject to warm their hands beforehand with a warm cloth, warm water, or by gently rubbing their hands together.


STEP 2: Perform a Fingerstick

Use the sterile lancet to puncture the side of the fingertip. Gently massage the finger to form a blood drop.


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STEP 3: Remove the first droplet of blood

Wipe away the first drop of blood with a sterile swab before collecting the sample. This ensures accuracy and prevents contamination. 


STEP 4: Collect exactly 10 µL of blood

The blood will fill the pipette automatically by capillary action. 

Important: Ensure the blood sample is collected properly.


Important

Make sure you have collected exactly 10 µL of blood.

 


STEP 5: Insert blood collector into tube

Insert blood collector into buffer solution tube and close firmly.



STEP 6: Mix the blood with the buffer

Shake 5–10 times to ensure proper mixing.


Important 

Make sure the blood and buffer are well mixed.


STEP 7: Prepare the test cassette

Add 3 drops of the mixed sample into the test cassette


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STEP 8: Start using the device

Turn on the device using the power button located underneath.

Once the device is on, press “New Measurement” and enter the required data to begin the test.


STEP 9: Insert the test cassette into the reader

Insert the test cassette into the reader — the measurement will start automatically.


STEP 10: Wait 15 minutes



STEP 11: Result is ready

When the timer ends, your result will be displayed on the screen.


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Scan QR for quick results on your phone in PDF form

 


Or print the result with a mini printer 

Results evaluation

There are several ways to test testosterone levels, but the most reliable method measures the total testosterone in the blood. Results are usually reported in ng/mL or ng/dL. Ideally, each laboratory should establish normal ranges based on its local population and on the sample type (serum, plasma, venous blood, capillary blood). This test is intended for male customers only, and the following age-dependent values can be used as general guidelines for normal testosterone levels in men.

Result: Error / No control line

What it means: Test did not run correctly.

How to explain/action: Repeat the test. If the issue persists, check sample and instructions.

Result for adult male: < 3 ng/mL

What it means: Low tesoterone level.

How to explain/action: The patient’s results show lower testosterone levels, which can sometimes be linked to symptoms like low energy or reduced sex drive. It would be important to discuss these results with a healthcare professional for further evaluation.

Result for adult male: 3 – 10 ng/mL

What it means: The patient’s testosterone levels are within the normal range

How to explain/action: Reassure the customer and suggest continuing healthy habits along with routine monitoring to support overall well-being.



Result for adult male: > 10 ng/mL

What it means: The customer’s results are above the typical range, which is uncommon in adult men.

How to explain/action: Encourage the customer to speak with a healthcare professional to understand the results and any possible underlying causes.

Key points to keep in mind:

  • Timing: Testosterone is naturally highest in the morning (7–10 a.m.), so testing during this window provides the most reliable measurement.
  • Fasting and preparation: Customers should fast for at least 8 hours before the test (water only) and avoid alcohol or caffeine the night before and morning of the test. This helps reduce temporary effects on hormone levels.
  • Daily and lifestyle factors: Sleep, stress, and illness can temporarily lower testosterone. For example, less than 5 hours of sleep per night for a week can reduce serum testosterone levels by 10–15%, and chronic stress may inhibit production.
  • Age and development (young males): Testosterone gradually rises during puberty and varies by age and developmental stage. This is why results in adolescents need careful interpretation.
  • Sex and hormonal cycle (females): Testosterone levels in women are lower than in men and may vary slightly across the menstrual cycle. Some tests may not detect female levels reliably. 
  • Biological and lab variability: Individual factors like body weight, genetics, and binding proteins, as well as differences between lab methods, can affect results. Variation between tests doesn’t always indicate a real change in hormone levels.
  • Regular monitoring: Routine checks are recommended to track trends over time and support overall health.


Read more about testosterone and about results evaluation.


Disposal instructions

  • Dispose of used cassettes, pipettes, and lancets as biohazardous waste.
  • Do not reuse any test components.
  • Reader and adapter are reusable; clean according to the official maintenance guide.


Literature

  • Shalender B et al., Testosterone Therapy in Men With Hypogonadism: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline, The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, Volume 103, Issue 5, May 2018, Pages 1715–1744, doi: 10.1210/jc.2018-00229
  • Mulhall JP et al. Evaluation and Management of Testosterone Deficiency: AUA Guideline. Journal of Urology. 2018 Aug 1;200(2):423–32. doi: 10.1016/j.juro.2018.03.115
  • Leproult R, Van Cauter E. Effect of 1 week of sleep restriction on testosterone levels in young healthy men. JAMA. 2011 Jun 1;305(21):2173-4. doi: 10.1001/jama.2011.710.
  • Cleveland Clinic - Health Essentials - Why Are Testosterone Levels Decreasing?
  • Cleveland Clinic - Testosterone
  • NIH - StatPearls - Testosterone


Disclaimer

This information is educational and does not qualify as medical advice. Always use local reference ranges and consult a healthcare professional for diagnosis and treatment.










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