At Mango Medical, individual blood tests currently listed on the Price List range from £36 for a full blood count to £60 for a thyroid function test. Larger profiles run from £140 to £480. The right comparison is the total cost of the test you actually need, including any consultation, blood collection, mobile visit or follow-up charges that apply.
What do private blood tests cost at Mango Medical?
Individual blood tests
| Test | Price |
|---|---|
| Full blood count | £36 |
| HbA1c / diabetes test | £37 |
| Liver function | £38 |
| Kidney function | £40 |
| Cholesterol | £44 |
| Vitamin D | £50 |
| Iron / ferritin | £54 |
| B12 and folate | £58 |
| Thyroid function | £60 |
Profiles
| Profile | Price |
|---|---|
| Tired all the time / anaemia profile | £140 |
| Hormone health / menopause profiles | £170 each |
| Weight management / pregnancy profiles | £210 each |
| Well Woman blood profile | £340 |
| Well Man blood profile | £350 |
| Sports performance profile | £480 |
Prices from the current Mango Medical Price List. The published test or profile price covers clinic blood collection and laboratory processing.
What are you paying to find out?
If you are comparing private blood tests, the lowest headline price is only useful when it answers the same question. A thyroid function test and a full health profile are different purchases. One focuses on particular markers; the other brings together a wider set of tests.
The NHS explains that blood tests can help investigate symptoms, check general health or monitor a condition or its treatment. Which test is useful depends on your symptoms, medical history, existing conditions and medicines. A longer list of tests is not automatically the better choice for you.
Start with the question you want answered. If your GP or another clinician has already requested a particular test, have that request ready. If you are choosing a test yourself, ask whether it is clinically appropriate before paying for a package.
Why do private blood test prices vary?
Different tests measure different things. A full blood count measures blood cells, while a lipid profile looks at cholesterol. Tests can also be grouped into profiles, with different laboratory work and clinical questions behind them. That is why comparing the number of tests alone is a poor way to decide value.
At Mango, the published price for a blood test or profile covers the clinic blood collection and laboratory processing. If you already know which test you need, and that test is clinically appropriate, no £45 consultation fee is routinely added.
The £45 Initial Health Consultation is for patients who are unsure what they need, want to discuss symptoms or concerns first, or would benefit from the 10-point health assessment and a recommendation about which tests are appropriate.
The current Price List is the source for prices, and this article uses those figures and explains what each charge means. If the price you see when booking differs from the list, ask for confirmation of the total before you pay.
A single test or a broader health profile?
A single test can make sense when you and your clinician have a specific question. A broader profile may be considered when there is a reason to look at several areas together. The useful distinction is purpose and follow-up, not simply small versus large.
For example, the published cholesterol price is £44, while the Well Man and Well Woman blood profiles are £350 and £340. Those prices do not make them interchangeable. Ask what each includes, why the proposed tests are relevant to you and who will explain any result needing attention.
A blood result does not diagnose every cause of a symptom or give a guarantee that nothing is wrong. The NHS notes that you may need other tests depending on why blood was taken. Persistent or concerning symptoms need clinical assessment, even if you have already paid for private testing.
What should the full quote include?
Before you book, ask for the price of the exact test or profile. At Mango, the published test price covers clinic blood collection and laboratory processing. If you are unsure which test you need, the £45 Initial Health Consultation adds a discussion of your symptoms or concerns, the 10-point health assessment and a recommendation about which tests are appropriate. Ask what happens if further testing or another appointment is recommended, and whether that costs extra.
If you need a home or workplace appointment, ask for a quote for that location. Mango offers home and workplace blood collection by arrangement at additional cost, so do not assume a clinic price is the home-visit total.
If someone else has requested the blood test, explain that at the enquiry stage. Mango will clarify the request and the reporting arrangements before booking, so you do not pay for an appointment that does not meet the requesting clinician's needs.
Can Mango take blood tests requested by your GP?
GP-requested blood tests can be undertaken where appropriate. If your GP or another clinician has requested the test, send or describe the request when you enquire so Mango can clarify the request and reporting arrangements before you book. Results can also be shared with your usual clinician where appropriate and with your agreement.
If your GP or NHS team thinks you need a test, ask about the NHS route too. You do not need to choose a private package simply because it is advertised. A private appointment and an NHS-requested test can have different booking, reporting and follow-up arrangements.
For a general preventative check, an NHS Health Check may also be relevant to eligible adults aged 40 to 74. It is a cardiovascular risk check, not an equivalent substitute for every private blood profile. The NHS explains eligibility and what is included on its Health Check page.
Do you need to fast before a private blood test?
Only fast if the clinician arranging your test tells you to. Preparation varies by test. The NHS says you should be told if you need to avoid food or drink, or make any other preparation.
Do not stop prescribed medicines on your own. If fasting or medicine timing could be difficult, ask for individual instructions before the appointment. Tell the team if you are worried about needles or have felt faint during a previous blood test.
How will you get your results?
Most routine blood test results are usually back within around 24 hours, although turnaround times vary depending on the individual test and some specialist tests take longer. Ask for the expected turnaround for your exact test when you book, and how the result will reach you.
A laboratory report and a clinical explanation are different things. The NHS says blood test results can be complicated and that you should ask a healthcare professional if you do not understand them. A separate £45 follow-up consultation is available if you want a more detailed discussion and interpretation of your results and next steps.
If a result is clinically concerning or requires prompt action, Mango will contact and advise you appropriately, rather than requiring you to pay for a consultation simply to be told that something needs medical attention.
Do not assume a privately arranged result will automatically appear in the NHS App. NHS App guidance says privately performed tests may not be available there. Ask whether a copy can be shared with you and, with your agreement, your usual clinician.
How to choose without paying for the wrong test
Have your recent symptoms or clinical question, any test request and relevant medicines ready when you enquire. You do not need to arrive with a self-diagnosis or buy the largest profile first.
Check the current Price List, ask for the total cost for your appointment and confirm the result pathway. You can then decide with a clearer idea of what the test is for, what the fee covers and what happens afterwards.
To discuss blood tests or mobile collection, contact Mango Medical on 07754 667054 or use its website enquiry route. Ask which appointment is appropriate rather than assuming an online profile suits everyone. This guide is general information, not a diagnosis or personalised medical advice.
To discuss blood tests or home and workplace collection, call Mango Medical.
Home and workplace visits are available across Bristol and South Gloucestershire by arrangement.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest private blood test listed by Mango Medical?
The current Price List shows a full blood count at £36, which covers clinic blood collection and laboratory processing. The total can be higher if you add an Initial Health Consultation, a follow-up consultation or a home visit, so confirm the total for your appointment before booking.
Does a private blood test price include a consultation?
For patients who already know which blood test they want, and where that test is clinically appropriate, the published test or profile price covers the clinic blood collection and laboratory processing – the £45 consultation fee is not routinely added. The £45 Initial Health Consultation is for patients who are unsure what they need, want to discuss symptoms first, or would benefit from the 10-point health assessment and a recommendation about which tests are appropriate. A £45 follow-up consultation is available for a more detailed discussion of results.
How much does a private blood test at home cost in Bristol?
Mango offers home and workplace blood collection by arrangement at additional cost. There is no single published home-visit price, so ask for a quote for your location, chosen test and any consultation needed.
Can I choose a private blood test without a GP referral?
Mango can consider patient-requested tests where clinically appropriate. Ask about suitability first. A private test is not a substitute for assessment of persistent or concerning symptoms.
Will my private blood test results appear in the NHS App?
Not necessarily. NHS guidance says privately performed tests may not appear there. Confirm how you will receive the report and whether it can be shared with your usual clinician.
This guide is general information, not a diagnosis or personalised medical advice.