Recent content by olddawg

Yes! And, for now, I am attempting to do just that. In the past I was trying to compare labs from the VA, LabCorp or Quest...=( Looking forward to hopefully attaining a somewhat stable range so I can actually compare symptoms with labs! Spent a lot of years riding this hormonal roller...

Hi Vince Carter, I agree with you...shouldn't matter! If it wasn't for the cost I would like to do both tests with same sample just to see if they are comparable!?

Just got reply from LabCorp in ref to inquiry about Lab Test #140244 vs #500108. They state that tests are done the same but #500108 is done by Esoterix Endocrinology Laboratory, and no ref range is specified. LabCorp says to look under labcorp.com under test menu for ref range!? Guessing they...

EXACTLY what I was looking for! Based on those parameters I can proceed with a protocol that probably will keep me near the 40+ range for a while, as I am borderline osteoporosis and previous saliva tests indicated low E. Two previous standard E2 test came back at 6 and 11, not sure what the...

Hi JPB...I agree with you on that! Actually got a great explanation from Dr Saya...seems that LabCorp had switched to the LC/MS-MS methodology about 2 years ago, but had some equipment issues which may have been the reason for the contrarian lab results. Lab numbers aren't the final say in...

Thank you Dr Saya for the prompt reply and excellent explanation! I should have reread my post...then reworded it accordingly =( I wasn't trying to compare standard to sensitive results directly. Was trying to establish the validity of the current test #140244 as their assay seems to be...

Dr Saya... Just discovered that LabCorp has changed the methodology of E2 (Sensitive)Test #140244 from RIA to LC/MS-MS. According to some posts at All Things Male their results are coming in contrary to what we have seen in the past. Utilizing their current methodology the readings are coming...

Update for all... Just discovered that LabCorp has changed the methodology for E2 Sensitive Test #140244 from RIA to LC/MS-MS, which is the same methodology for Test #500108. According to discussion at All Things Male (not computer literate so don't know how to list direct link) the range has...

Thanks Nelson...Vince had posted the connection for that study earlier today. Printed it out and have read it twice already! Just starting to browse through this website...you are EVERYWHERE! Thank you for taking the time to post info on this issue as I know you are a busy man. I have to...

Thanks Dr Saya... Truly appreciate your input! Sleep apnea is not an issue, but chronic bronchitis is a possibility! Can almost max out a spirometer on a regular basis but get bronchitis with every cold!? Seem to expel abnormal amount mucus from lungs also. Daily usage of antihistamine...

Both Iron and Ferritin have stayed within range...thankfully! Initially my WBC was low but has since raised to ok level!? Just like any and every other part of the human anatomy...changing one thing usually alters other aspects...some positive and some negative!

Re-Ride...Thanks for the Recommendation! Have read a couple of articles lately that state benefits from HCG that aren't scientifically/medically corroborated. One stated that it appeared that leydig cells were not only enlarged but the number seemed to have increased!? Just praying that I can...

Vince...may eventually try that protocol! Since polycythemia is usually worse with injections I am hesitant to go there until I find reasonable control with TD Gel. Got so bad back in Sept that I had to terminate TRT, see a Hematologist to rule out Polycythemia Vera. 3 blood donations and one...

Thanks CoastWatcher! Will check it out...appreciate the reference and recommendation. Have read a few articles/commentaries by Justin Saya...seems to be tuned into what is and isn't. Again...thank you sir...Roy

Hi again Vince. Great article/Case-Study about HCG dosage! After going back over pre-startup labs I may have to reconsider dosage protocol. Through holistic supplements I was able to increase my TT from 115-200 range to TT370, but LH 7.9 indicates system was pushing hard just to attain that...