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Single Digit SHBG - Poor Results on EOD Protocol

Thanks Guys, My original post may not have been clear but my last labs were TT 434 so quite low for a protocol of .25 EOD an average of 175mg per week. Blood draw was morning of injection but before my injection for a true trough reading. I appreciate all the replies, my numbers are...
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- Post #10
- Jun 21, 2017
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Single Digit SHBG - Poor Results on EOD Protocol

Yeah I imagine Defy will recommend something around that dosage, still stumped why my free T is not higher, any one have any ideas on that one? Thanks for the heads up on Defy working outside of scheduled consults if a change is warranted. Do you just call them and request a lab order say around...
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- Jun 21, 2017
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Single Digit SHBG - Poor Results on EOD Protocol

Thanks for the reply Coastwatcher! I certainly value your opinion as I've been paying attention to your posts for some time now. I certainly don't plan on making any changes to my protocol prior to my next consultation with Defy, they have been extremely helpful and give me the confidence that...
- Gabriel08
- Post #3
- Jun 20, 2017
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Single Digit SHBG - Poor Results on EOD Protocol

Hey Guys! long time lurker first time poster. You guys are an amazing resource and I have learned so much from the forums. I was hoping to get some insight into my numbers here as they are a little outside the norm I believe. First off been on TRT since Sept of last year, initial TT was 161...
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- Jun 20, 2017
- Replies: 9
- 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