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Got labs completed through Defy, looking for some advice

Thanks so much for all the replies! My consult is in about 2 weeks. I'll do more research and be prepared with questions after doing more research.
- AlexEars
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- Jul 25, 2018
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Got labs completed through Defy, looking for some advice

Whoops sorry all, I suppose I should have looked more closely. I figured you'd be able to click on the pictures to make them bigger...rookie mistake. I think I can attach the stuff here. Hopefully this works.
- AlexEars
- Post #6
- Jul 25, 2018
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Got labs completed through Defy, looking for some advice

Hi all, I haven't had my consult yet, just looking for some others who seem to be pretty knowledgeable here to give me a second opinion before I really get my first. This is my second set of labs done, both before 9am, both while fasting. First set showed 275 T, here are the second ones. I am...
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- Jul 25, 2018
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions

TRT Hormone Predictor Widget

Understanding Your Hormones

Estradiol (E2)

A form of estrogen produced from testosterone. Important for bone health, mood, and libido. Too high can cause side effects; too low can affect well-being.

DHT

Dihydrotestosterone is a potent androgen derived from testosterone. Affects hair growth, prostate health, and masculinization effects.

Free Testosterone

The biologically active form of testosterone not bound to proteins. Directly available for cellular uptake and biological effects.

Scientific Reference

Lakshman KM, Kaplan B, Travison TG, Basaria S, Knapp PE, Singh AB, LaValley MP, Mazer NA, Bhasin S. The effects of injected testosterone dose and age on the conversion of testosterone to estradiol and dihydrotestosterone in young and older men. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2010 Aug;95(8):3955-64.

DOI: 10.1210/jc.2010-0102 | PMID: 20534765 | PMCID: PMC2913038