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Clinical Use of Anabolics and Hormones
Clinical Use of Anabolics and Hormones
Bodybuilder Blood Tests: Nelson Vergel Reviews Two Cases
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<blockquote data-quote="Nelson Vergel" data-source="post: 271427" data-attributes="member: 3"><p><h3>[MEDIA=youtube]5wh_RN5DxF8[/MEDIA]</h3><h3></h3><h3></h3><h3>Video Summary: Bodybuilder Lab Work - Nelson Vergel Reviews Two Cases</h3><h4>Introduction</h4> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Speaker:</strong> Nelson Vergel, founder of DiscountedLabs.com and ExcelMale.com.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Topic:</strong> Blood tests for bodybuilders using higher testosterone dosages and other products.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Context:</strong> Many doctors don't monitor bodybuilders due to the stigma around performance-enhancing substances. It's crucial for bodybuilders to monitor their blood tests to minimize side effects and maximize muscle growth and fat burning.</li> </ul><h4>Case Study 1: High Testosterone Dosage</h4> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Subject:</strong> A bodybuilder using high testosterone dosages.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Testosterone Levels:</strong> Extremely high (2,968 ng/dL), well above the normal range (250-1,100 ng/dL).</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Free Testosterone:</strong> Also high, indicating potential side effects.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Lipid Panel:</strong> LDL cholesterol within normal limits, but HDL (good cholesterol) is low, which is a concern.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Liver and Kidney Function:</strong> Generally good, but high protein intake is evident.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Blood Sugar and Electrolytes:</strong> Normal levels, indicating good health.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Dihydrotestosterone (DHT):</strong> High, which could affect libido, hair loss, or acne.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Complete Blood Count (CBC):</strong> Shows increased red blood cell production, a common effect of testosterone and anabolic steroids.</li> </ul><h4>Estradiol and Its Effects</h4> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Estradiol Levels:</strong> Discussed in relation to bone health, sex drive, and cognitive function.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Misconceptions:</strong> Many bodybuilders aim to lower estradiol, but it's essential for balancing testosterone effects.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Role of Estradiol:</strong> Protects the heart and enhances testosterone effects. Blocking it can be counterproductive.</li> </ul><h4>IGF-1 and Growth Hormone</h4> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>IGF-1 Levels:</strong> Normal for the subject, indicating healthy growth hormone metabolism.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Bodybuilding Impact:</strong> Higher IGF-1 levels are common in bodybuilders, especially those using growth hormone supplements.</li> </ul><h4>Kidney Function and Liver Enzymes</h4> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Kidney Function:</strong> Good kidney function indicated by low cystatin C levels and high eGFR.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Liver Enzymes:</strong> Elevated AST and ALT levels likely due to intense workouts, not liver toxicity.</li> </ul><h4>Iron Metabolism and Ferritin</h4> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Iron and Ferritin:</strong> Normal levels, but many bodybuilders experience lower ferritin due to increased iron usage in red blood cell production.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Importance of Monitoring:</strong> Regular checks for iron and ferritin levels are recommended.</li> </ul><h4>Prolactin and Thyroid Function</h4> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Prolactin Levels:</strong> Normal, but high levels can cause issues like erectile dysfunction.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Thyroid Hormones:</strong> TSH, T3, and T4 levels within normal ranges, indicating healthy thyroid function.</li> </ul><h4>Case Study 2: Lower Testosterone Dosage </h4> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Testosterone Levels:</strong> Lower than the first case (1,200 ng/dL).</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Hemoglobin and Hematocrit:</strong> Elevated due to testosterone use, even at lower doses.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Thyroid Function:</strong> Normal TSH, T3, and T4 levels.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Iron and Ferritin:</strong> Within normal range, but on the lower side.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>DHEA and Insulin:</strong> Normal levels, indicating good health.</li> </ul><h4>Conclusion</h4> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Overall Health:</strong> Both subjects show good health indicators despite high testosterone usage.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Recommendations:</strong> Regular monitoring of blood tests is crucial for bodybuilders, especially for testosterone, estradiol, liver enzymes, kidney function, and iron levels.</li> </ul></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Nelson Vergel, post: 271427, member: 3"] [HEADING=2][MEDIA=youtube]5wh_RN5DxF8[/MEDIA][/HEADING] [HEADING=2][/HEADING] [HEADING=2][/HEADING] [HEADING=2]Video Summary: Bodybuilder Lab Work - Nelson Vergel Reviews Two Cases[/HEADING] [HEADING=3]Introduction[/HEADING] [LIST] [*][B]Speaker:[/B] Nelson Vergel, founder of DiscountedLabs.com and ExcelMale.com. [*][B]Topic:[/B] Blood tests for bodybuilders using higher testosterone dosages and other products. [*][B]Context:[/B] Many doctors don't monitor bodybuilders due to the stigma around performance-enhancing substances. It's crucial for bodybuilders to monitor their blood tests to minimize side effects and maximize muscle growth and fat burning. [/LIST] [HEADING=3]Case Study 1: High Testosterone Dosage[/HEADING] [LIST] [*][B]Subject:[/B] A bodybuilder using high testosterone dosages. [*][B]Testosterone Levels:[/B] Extremely high (2,968 ng/dL), well above the normal range (250-1,100 ng/dL). [*][B]Free Testosterone:[/B] Also high, indicating potential side effects. [*][B]Lipid Panel:[/B] LDL cholesterol within normal limits, but HDL (good cholesterol) is low, which is a concern. [*][B]Liver and Kidney Function:[/B] Generally good, but high protein intake is evident. [*][B]Blood Sugar and Electrolytes:[/B] Normal levels, indicating good health. [*][B]Dihydrotestosterone (DHT):[/B] High, which could affect libido, hair loss, or acne. [*][B]Complete Blood Count (CBC):[/B] Shows increased red blood cell production, a common effect of testosterone and anabolic steroids. [/LIST] [HEADING=3]Estradiol and Its Effects[/HEADING] [LIST] [*][B]Estradiol Levels:[/B] Discussed in relation to bone health, sex drive, and cognitive function. [*][B]Misconceptions:[/B] Many bodybuilders aim to lower estradiol, but it's essential for balancing testosterone effects. [*][B]Role of Estradiol:[/B] Protects the heart and enhances testosterone effects. Blocking it can be counterproductive. [/LIST] [HEADING=3]IGF-1 and Growth Hormone[/HEADING] [LIST] [*][B]IGF-1 Levels:[/B] Normal for the subject, indicating healthy growth hormone metabolism. [*][B]Bodybuilding Impact:[/B] Higher IGF-1 levels are common in bodybuilders, especially those using growth hormone supplements. [/LIST] [HEADING=3]Kidney Function and Liver Enzymes[/HEADING] [LIST] [*][B]Kidney Function:[/B] Good kidney function indicated by low cystatin C levels and high eGFR. [*][B]Liver Enzymes:[/B] Elevated AST and ALT levels likely due to intense workouts, not liver toxicity. [/LIST] [HEADING=3]Iron Metabolism and Ferritin[/HEADING] [LIST] [*][B]Iron and Ferritin:[/B] Normal levels, but many bodybuilders experience lower ferritin due to increased iron usage in red blood cell production. [*][B]Importance of Monitoring:[/B] Regular checks for iron and ferritin levels are recommended. [/LIST] [HEADING=3]Prolactin and Thyroid Function[/HEADING] [LIST] [*][B]Prolactin Levels:[/B] Normal, but high levels can cause issues like erectile dysfunction. [*][B]Thyroid Hormones:[/B] TSH, T3, and T4 levels within normal ranges, indicating healthy thyroid function. [/LIST] [HEADING=3]Case Study 2: Lower Testosterone Dosage [/HEADING] [LIST] [*][B]Testosterone Levels:[/B] Lower than the first case (1,200 ng/dL). [*][B]Hemoglobin and Hematocrit:[/B] Elevated due to testosterone use, even at lower doses. [*][B]Thyroid Function:[/B] Normal TSH, T3, and T4 levels. [*][B]Iron and Ferritin:[/B] Within normal range, but on the lower side. [*][B]DHEA and Insulin:[/B] Normal levels, indicating good health. [/LIST] [HEADING=3]Conclusion[/HEADING] [LIST] [*][B]Overall Health:[/B] Both subjects show good health indicators despite high testosterone usage. [*][B]Recommendations:[/B] Regular monitoring of blood tests is crucial for bodybuilders, especially for testosterone, estradiol, liver enzymes, kidney function, and iron levels. [/LIST] [/QUOTE]
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Clinical Use of Anabolics and Hormones
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Bodybuilder Blood Tests: Nelson Vergel Reviews Two Cases
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