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55 and about to start TRT

This forum has been very helpful as I try to educate myself on testosterone and whether it has been an issue with me. It has been a very long road so I apologize if this is too much info. Background - happily married 55 years old, 180 pounds (trying to lose 10) - love biking and raced for 5...
- jabbahop
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- Jan 27, 2016
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- Forum: Introductions
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genetic impact on testosterone binding by SHBG

I am wondering what people make of this study. It appears to show there is a genetic trait that increases SHBG binding. "Importantly, one of the identified genetic variations was associated with an alteration in SHBG's binding affinity for testosterone and the measured free testosterone...
- jabbahop
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- Nov 1, 2015
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- Forum: Testosterone and Men's Health Articles

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