First Blood Work Since Beginning TRT Injections 7 Weeks Ago

meanbreen

Member
I have attached my blood work. As the title says, this is the first time that I have had BW since beginning TRT injections 7 weeks ago. My protocol is 70mg Test Cyp and 500iu HCG, both E3.5 days. No AI. I also take Magnesium Citrate and a multivitamin daily.

Things that stand out to me:
-LDL has increased by about 25 mg/dL
-DHT is pretty low
-DHEA is pretty low
-My Free T3 has improved from 3.1 to 3.5. Also, RT3 looks good.
-IGF-1 has increased quite a bit
-E2 (sensitive) is remarkably low considering I don't take an AI
-Is Ferritin of 112 high enough?
-Magnesium is pretty low, and I even supplement for it
-SHBG has dropped quite a bit
-My Prolactin is very high

I am feeling pretty good most days, though it is pretty up and down. I definitely feel like I could be feeling a lot better though.

***For whatever reason the labs aren't showing up on my mobile device. For those having a similar issue here they are again:
http://imgur.com/a/1ySO0
http://imgur.com/a/B3L7L
 

Attachments

  • 19250195_1079717995494718_1174650968_o.webp
    19250195_1079717995494718_1174650968_o.webp
    38.8 KB · Views: 336
  • 19451565_1079717958828055_161342951_o.webp
    19451565_1079717958828055_161342951_o.webp
    44.7 KB · Views: 323
Last edited:
You're a low shbg and DHT guy. It may take a long time to get dialed in.
Some low shbg guys do daily injections of testosterone, it did help CW I believe.
 
You're a low shbg and DHT guy. It may take a long time to get dialed in.
Some low shbg guys do daily injections of testosterone, it did help CW I believe.
Thanks Vince. Yeah I plan on bringing that up with Dr. Calkins (Defy). Is it normal for SHBG to decline this much on TRT? Prior to TRT, it was closer to 40. DHT I'm not quite as worried about, but I have seen others say that in addition to injections, they also apply some cream to the scrotum, so I may look into that into the future. I'm a little worried about the prolactin as well.
 

hCG Mixing Calculator

HCG Mixing Protocol Calculator

TRT Hormone Predictor Widget

TRT Hormone Predictor

Predict estradiol, DHT, and free testosterone levels based on total testosterone

⚠️ Medical Disclaimer

This tool provides predictions based on statistical models and should NOT replace professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your TRT protocol.

ℹ️ Input Parameters

Normal range: 300-1000 ng/dL

Predicted Hormone Levels

Enter your total testosterone value to see predictions

Results will appear here after calculation

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

Beyond Testosterone Podcast

Online statistics

Members online
5
Guests online
373
Total visitors
378

Latest posts

Back
Top