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Testosterone Replacement, Low T, HCG, & Beyond
Blood Test Discussion
Blood test Results and Review- Sleep Apnea
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<blockquote data-quote="CoastWatcher" data-source="post: 25833" data-attributes="member: 2624"><p>As ERO noted, you've been tested for estradiol (more than likely) with the "standard" as opposed to the "sensitive" test. In men, the standard test overestimates the level of estradiol in the blood; it's of little, actually of no, value to the patient or physician in managing your E2. Can you get a free T3, and reverse T3 to add to your other thyroid labs? Prior to your doctor's appointment, you should familiarize yourself with as much information as you can in regard to what makes a successful protocol when embarking on TRT. Certainly, if your physician suggests topical testosterone, you should approach it with an open mind. Many of us (I was one) find topicals to be of no use, and we switched to injections. But if they should produce healthy, therapeutic levels of testosterone, a topical is an "easy" method of replacement. Be wary if your doctor prescribes injections and they are scheduled less than once a week. The data is clear - smaller, frequent injections of testosterone produce excellent results. If he/she tells you that you should inject every 10 to 14 days, you'll know they haven't kept current in terms of androgen replacement.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="CoastWatcher, post: 25833, member: 2624"] As ERO noted, you've been tested for estradiol (more than likely) with the "standard" as opposed to the "sensitive" test. In men, the standard test overestimates the level of estradiol in the blood; it's of little, actually of no, value to the patient or physician in managing your E2. Can you get a free T3, and reverse T3 to add to your other thyroid labs? Prior to your doctor's appointment, you should familiarize yourself with as much information as you can in regard to what makes a successful protocol when embarking on TRT. Certainly, if your physician suggests topical testosterone, you should approach it with an open mind. Many of us (I was one) find topicals to be of no use, and we switched to injections. But if they should produce healthy, therapeutic levels of testosterone, a topical is an "easy" method of replacement. Be wary if your doctor prescribes injections and they are scheduled less than once a week. The data is clear - smaller, frequent injections of testosterone produce excellent results. If he/she tells you that you should inject every 10 to 14 days, you'll know they haven't kept current in terms of androgen replacement. [/QUOTE]
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