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Blood Test results- Whats steps do I take?

Hello, I’m in need of some advice. Im getting so fed up trying to figure this out on my own and getting thrown around to different doctors. So if anyone has some knowledge they would like to share with me I really would appreciate it. I am not looking to take TRT unl I’m currently taking...
- Nikolas
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- Jul 14, 2020
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Blood Test Discussion
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Low T at 20 years old! Where do I start?
- Nikolas
- Post #11
- Apr 20, 2020
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Where to start?

I don't want to get on TRT I just want to figure out what the real issue that is causing Low T.
- Nikolas
- Post #5
- Apr 20, 2020
- Forum: Blood Test Discussion
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Where to start?

Would you recommend Defy Medical over going to a the doctor? I was thinking of going to see a doctor for a basic checkup and tell them everything thats going on. Then they should refer me to a specialist that can get my blood work done.
- Nikolas
- Post #3
- Apr 20, 2020
- Forum: Blood Test Discussion
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Where to start?

Hello Gents, So I'm 20 and I figured out I had low testosterone about a month ago from an at home test. Where do I start? Should I go to the doctor for a basic checkup? Should I order a full comprehensive blood test online or should I get one through a doctor? Which type of doctor do...
- Nikolas
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- Apr 20, 2020
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Blood Test Discussion
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Low T at 20 years old! Where do I start?

Which test do you recommend? I want to test for everything.
- Nikolas
- Post #9
- Apr 20, 2020
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Low T at 20 years old! Where do I start?

I do no have a doctor yet. I am definitely going to get all my hormones tested next. Any recommendations for which type of doctor to go to?
- Nikolas
- Post #7
- Apr 20, 2020
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Low T at 20 years old! Where do I start?

would a comprehensive hormone blood test cover all these? Any blood test that you recommend? I still don't have a doctor yet because of the virus.
- Nikolas
- Post #6
- Apr 20, 2020
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Low T at 20 years old! Where do I start?

Yes I have heard it can be inaccurate based on the time of day or if you eat. But mine was taken about 1 hour after waking up with no food. With that being said I still want to get another test taken.
- Nikolas
- Post #5
- Apr 20, 2020
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Low T at 20 years old! Where do I start?

Hello Gentlemen, For 2 years now I have been experiencing a lot of horrible symptoms that I didn't have before. I have been diagnosed with Anxiety, Bipolar, and Major Depressive disorder. But that's only some of the mental symptoms. Physically I have been getting symptoms such as hair loss...
- Nikolas
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- Apr 20, 2020
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- Replies: 11
- 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