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Estradiol valerate experiment .

Saturday April 20, 2024 Low SHBG Male ( 15-20) Currently on 200 mg test e (split 2 times a week) HCG 500 iu EOD Typical low estradiol symptoms like joint pain, dry skin, ED etc despite E2 in the range E2 ( non sensitive ) - 45 pg/ml (above range) Free T and DHT run above range I have...
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- Apr 21, 2024
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How to co relate RIA and equilibrium dialysis reports

I don't have equilibrium dialysis assay in my country and they test free testosterone with RIA or CLIA method only So my recent free testosterone (RIA method) was 49 pg/ml ( 12-40 pg/ml) This says I am over the reference range . Should I take this for face value or assume the assay is flawed ...
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- Apr 12, 2024
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HCG and DHEAs

How much time after starting HCG should we test for DHEAs and serum estradiol to check if it has any effect on it ? Considering 500iu EOD of HCG .
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- Mar 27, 2024
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- Forum: Thyroid, DHEA, Pregnenolone, Progesterone, etc

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