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Considering Lowering Dosage

Hello!.. I've been on TRT for five months now. My protocol is 200mg of Test C, HCG, and 1mg Anastrazole weekly (Yes, cookie cutter). My most recent labs came back with my Test being higher than 1,500 (out of range) and my estradiol at 38 (in range, but towards high end). I realize this way high...
- JRoop
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- Sep 14, 2020
- trt dosage
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Must I donate blood while on TRT?

Hello! I'm on my first month of TRT and loving it! My doctor suggested I donate blood about 3 months in, but that may not be an option. I had hep several years ago and have been cured, but I'm sure I still have the antibodies. My question is what can I do to help with hematocrit since I may not...
- JRoop
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- Jun 12, 2020
- hermocrit
- Replies: 37
- 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