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Low serum. Normal free?

Thanks again CoastWatcher. Just sent them a email.
- Tjay
- Post #24
- Nov 19, 2016
- Forum: Introductions
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Low serum. Normal free?

Thanks. At the moment I have to deal with what is available. This doc is at least open minded and willing to learn with me? Next year I am relocating to the Lexington Kentucky area. Anyone know of any good doctors there?
- Tjay
- Post #22
- Nov 19, 2016
- Forum: Introductions
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Okay. Thanks for the info. Guess I have more to learn.
- Tjay
- Post #20
- Nov 19, 2016
- Forum: Introductions
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Low serum. Normal free?

Updated.... (Reference) Testosterone, Serum 252 ng/dl 343 - 1197 Free Testosterone 11.0 pg/ml 6.8 - 21.5 Estradiol 23.1 pg/ml 7.6 - 42.6 Prostate-Specific Ag, Serum 1.0 ng/ml 0.0 - 4.0...
- Tjay
- Post #16
- Nov 18, 2016
- Forum: Introductions
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Thanks Vince! I live in a small town. Lake Havasu City, AZ. Finding a competent trt doc has been a challenge. I am determined! I will learn and continue to challenge local docs. Seems to me that this needs to become a normal gp protocol. The more guys that push their docs the more common...
- Tjay
- Post #14
- Nov 18, 2016
- Forum: Introductions
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Low serum. Normal free?

Is this reference ranges? I have been off of everything for 2 months. It's all I have right now. It is trt specific . I have a normal physical from 6 months back with other stuff, but no lh, shbg, dht...
- Tjay
- Post #11
- Nov 18, 2016
- Forum: Introductions
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New Doc is a naturopath and seems to be willing to let me do whatever I want? He said 2x a week is fine. We will retest again after 3 months?
- Tjay
- Post #10
- Nov 18, 2016
- Forum: Introductions
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Latest labs. This is all I have. Currently off trt for 2 months. Baseline/normal.... Testosterone, Serum 252 ng/dl Free Testosterone 11.0 pg/ml Estradiol 23.1 pg/ml Prostate-Specific Ag, Serum 1.0 ng/ml
- Tjay
- Post #7
- Nov 18, 2016
- Forum: Introductions
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Not sure on hcg? Pharmacy tech couldn't read it. I was kind of overwhelmed. Will call next week to clarify. Haven't started yet. The pharmacy has to order hcg. Planned to pick all three up at once when it comes in.
- Tjay
- Post #5
- Nov 18, 2016
- Forum: Introductions
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The AI is from me insisting ...According to Jay Campbell's book if you are overweight with a bmi over 30 .5mg armidex 2 a week as a preventative is recommended. Fat increases aromitase? Based on my emotional swings several months back I thought it was a good idea. The last numbers I posted...
- Tjay
- Post #4
- Nov 18, 2016
- Forum: Introductions
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Low serum. Normal free?

Hi guys! 1st post have been reading for a while. Here goes.... I went the route of many. I was told I was low normal mid 30's and basically ignored it. I am over weight 30 bmi, used to be a heavy drinker and have a very irregular sleep schedule because of my career. My thinking at the time...
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- Nov 18, 2016
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- Forum: Introductions

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