Welcome to AvoVita, providing Calgary men with access to the Prostate Health Index (phi)—a breakthrough in diagnostic accuracy for prostate health. The phi test is a "multivariable" blood test that is 2.5 times more specific in detecting prostate cancer than PSA alone. By combining three different types of PSA (PSA, free PSA, and p2PSA) into a single score, the phi test helps you and your physician determine the probability of finding cancer on a biopsy. Through our partnership with Mayo Clinic Laboratories, we bring this elite screening tool directly to you with professional at-home collection coordinated through our trusted third-party partners.
Private Prostate Health Index (phi) Testing in Calgary
The Prostate Health Index (phi) is specifically designed to reduce the "diagnostic gray zone" often associated with standard PSA screening. While a standard PSA test measures a single protein, the phi test analyzes three distinct isoforms to provide a more comprehensive risk profile.
How the Reflex Testing Works
To ensure clinical relevance, the full Prostate Health Index is performed as a "reflex" test based on your initial PSA results.
Transparent Pricing & Refund Policy
At AvoVita, we believe in fair and transparent pricing for advanced diagnostics.
Upfront Cost: Clients pay the full price of $698 at the time of booking, which covers the potential for the full phi analysis and logistics.
Automatic Refund: If your PSA level falls outside the required 4.0 – 10.0 ng/mL range and the phi index is not run, $499 will be automatically refunded to your original payment method. You will still receive your confirmed Total PSA results.
The AvoVita Advantage We coordinate professional blood collection in the comfort of your Calgary home or office. Given the high sensitivity of the p2PSA molecule, your sample is handled with specialized care and shipped via priority transport to Mayo Clinic Laboratories. This ensures that if you fall within the reflex range, your index score is calculated using the most stable and accurate data available.
Prostate cancer is one of the most treatable forms of cancer—if detected early. The primary goal of advanced screening like the Prostate Health Index (phi) is to move diagnosis from the "reactive" stage to the "proactive" stage. The statistical difference in outcomes based on the stage of diagnosis is profound.
Survival Rates: Early vs. Late Stage
Data from the Canadian Cancer Society and national health registries highlight a stark contrast in 5-year survival rates:
The "phi" Advantage: Finding Significant Cancer Sooner
The challenge with standard PSA testing is that it can lead to "overdiagnosis" of slow-growing tumors that may never cause harm, while occasionally missing more aggressive ones.
Take Control of Your Health Data
By utilizing the Mayo Clinic's phi index through AvoVita Wellness, you are choosing a diagnostic path backed by the latest in oncological research. In a province where 1 in 7 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime, having the most accurate data available isn't just a luxury—it is a critical part of your long-term health strategy.
No we are not connected with provincial health or any other organizations, this is 100% private testing. No requisition is needed, you pay for the tests you want and the PDF results are posted to your account and only your account. You can download them and do with them as you please.
Different tests have different turnaround times, and we generally tell people to expect a result window of 1-7 days. A complete blood count would be resulted the next day for example, and vitamin D or hormone test may take 4-5 days. Specialty tests could take several weeks so it is best to check with our team when booking.
No we are 100% private, anyone can access our tests you do not require provincial health coverage or even Canadian citizenship.
Blood work can be very traumatizing for young children and we have a soft policy not to draw blood from anyone under 6 years old. Depending on the testing you are looking for, there are non invasive options like OligoScan and urine testing that can work instead for young children, just reach out to us.
Each test has its own price, which can be found by clicking the book now link on our site. We do not offer multi test discounts, the price of each test remains the same regardless of the number of test purchased. You can pick and choose whichever tests you like to meet your needs.
Have questions or need assistance? We're here to help! Please fill out the form below, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible. For immediate inquiries, feel free to call us directly at 1 (855) AVOVITA (286-8482)
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Empowering Your Wellness Journey
At AvoVita, we are committed to guiding you toward optimal health through private blood testing, product recommendations, and ongoing support. We a proud to provide a private testing model rarely found anywhere else in Canada. No doctor? No problem.
