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Lab Results -- T and Free T too high!

T3 is liothyronine (Cytomel). It's basically one of the thyroid hormones that regulates metabolism.
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- Post #14
- Jan 19, 2017
- Forum: Blood Test Discussion
Lab Results -- T and Free T too high!

Great point it would be pretty dumb to change things up now. Cool, I'll be patient and keep updated with how my appointment goes.
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- Post #12
- Jan 18, 2017
- Forum: Blood Test Discussion
Lab Results -- T and Free T too high!

Thanks for the advice. I'll keep updated once I have my consult and will post to this thread. edit: so leaving my current protocol as is would be most wise before my consultation?
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- Post #10
- Jan 18, 2017
- Forum: Blood Test Discussion
Lab Results -- T and Free T too high!

Got it, yes these are trough values at the 3.5 days after my last injection
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- Post #8
- Jan 17, 2017
- Forum: Blood Test Discussion
Lab Results -- T and Free T too high!

So I'm switching from doing TRT on my own to doing TRT with Defy. Right now I'm waiting on my consult with Dr. Saya which will be in a few weeks. I just got my initial bloodwork done with Defy, with results posted below. My current TRT protocol I've been doing on my own is as follows: 100mg...
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- Jan 17, 2017
- Replies: 15
- Forum: Blood Test Discussion
Switching into Defy?

Thanks for the confidence boost, glad to hear this isn't so uncommon
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- Post #5
- Jan 3, 2017
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
Switching into Defy?

I've been self-treating for TRT for about 6 months now. While the treatment has largely been a great success, I'd really like to move my care into the hands of a doctor. This is something I'm concerned about. I did have the option to work with an endocrinologist but decided against it as I felt...
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- Thread
- Jan 3, 2017
- 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