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Cortisol Levels Lab Results

What is an optimal AM Cortisol. I had these labs drawn at 10AM. The normal Quest range is noted, but it is not always optimal. I am currently not taking any TRT or supplements but considering DHEA and Pregnenolone as both have previously tested low. My DHEA level is at the bottom of the Quest...
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- Dec 22, 2022
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- Forum: Thyroid, DHEA, Pregnenolone, Progesterone, etc
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Test Cream Labs Timing

How soon after non-scrotal test cream application should I have labs drawn to measure testosterone levels? My understanding was 3-4 hours after application for blood draw. Thanks in advance for any feedback
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- Jul 18, 2022
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- Replies: 10
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Low Ferritin Question

My current ferritin level is 18ng/mL without any blood donation in last 10 months. If I donate a pint of blood how much lower can my ferritin levels drop? If it drops in half I’m not sure if my symptoms could be much worse than they currently are. My RBC is 6.2 Hemoglobin 18.8g/dL Hematocrit...
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- Apr 26, 2021
- low ferritin testosterone
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- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Testosterone IM vs subq injections and hematocrit

Would Test IM injections increase RBC, HCT & Hemaglobin more than test subq injections. I already have elevated levels due to sleep apnea and want to choose the injection that would have least impact on those blood levels. I have read that subq is less likely to increase red blood counts.
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- Apr 14, 2020
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- Replies: 3
- Forum: Testosterone Side Effect Management
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Testosterone Cream Application sites

There is a great deal of information on the benefits of scrotal application. For those that are hesitant to apply on the scrotum due to concerns of high DHT/hair loss, has anyone had good success with other application sites outside of the usual locations such as shoulders, ribs, forearms etc...
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- Mar 21, 2020
- test cream
- Replies: 1
- 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