Recent content by Ricardo Salta

My extensive initial blood tests. Lots of stuff to fix, don't you think?

Thanks for your time and attention Nelson. Answering your question about the psychiatric meds: I've been on quite a few throughout the years (Zoloft, Paxil, Wellbutrin, Risperidone, Topamax, Concerta...), but it's been quite a few years that I haven't been on any. Other drugs: I have also...
- Ricardo Salta
- Post #3
- Apr 20, 2016
- Forum: Blood Test Discussion
My extensive initial blood tests. Lots of stuff to fix, don't you think?

Hi all, I'm Ricardo. I just arrived, via the FB group. Thanks for the chance of posting here! After much crippling procrastination, here they are finally, my lab results (below, after the fold). If you don't care about context right now, please scroll down for the results already...
- Ricardo Salta
- Thread
- Mar 21, 2016
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Blood Test Discussion

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