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Why is HCG Important for Men on Testosterone Replacement Therapy?

My doctor is talking to me about HCG that comes as an oral candy, like a *****. Made by his compounding pharmacy. He says he’s had great results with it. Heard of it? Thoughts? Loving the forum.
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- Post #11
- Aug 31, 2018
- Forum: Testosterone Side Effect Management
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This lab gets my vote

Interesting and I’m guessing it depends what you’re buying. My doc gave me a list of what he wanted me to run. Pretty long list since I’m starting. When I priced DL they were about $60 more on a $300 package. Both places were just front ends for Quest or LabCorp so I didn’t think it mattered...
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- Post #3
- Aug 31, 2018
- Forum: Blood Testing Company Reviews
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This lab gets my vote

Hi All - FYI: I did some shopping around and this is the place where I've consistently found the best pricing on labs. You can choose to go to either a Quest or LabCorp collection center. No Dr. Rx needed and I always check the "weekly promotions" where sometimes you'll find packages at discount...
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- Thread
- Aug 31, 2018
- lab labcorp quest testing
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- Forum: Blood Testing Company Reviews
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Has anyone ever regretted TRT?

Hi - Great post. Were you not taking HCG to avoid the shrinkage issue? If not, would love to know what the thinking was. Thanks.
- brad nyc
- Post #57
- Aug 30, 2018
- 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