Protocol check- If you just want a quick peek at your bloods. The short list?

[FeelingLost]

It's been ~4 weeks since I started my new protocol and I am curious. I want peek.
What would be your short list for bloods 5-6weeks in?

HCT
TT
FT
E2 sens
prolactin
DHT
DHEA
PSA
SHBG

thanks

 

[Vince]

For a trt protocol it looks like you have all the bases covered, I'm sure others will chime. I'm interested in knowing how you're feeling on your new protocol, from all your postings and threads I know you're a real proactive guy. I've always enjoy reading your threads and postings.

 

[Deleted member 17030]

For a trt protocol it looks like you have all the bases covered, I'm sure others will chime. I'm interested in knowing how you're feeling on your new protocol, from all your postings and threads I know you're a real proactive guy. I've always enjoy reading your threads and postings.

I feel the same way about both of you guys Vince and FL. I enjoy reading both of you guys posts.

Lee

 

[Deleted member 16042]

After changing from gel to T cyp I'd just want TT and FT and wait on the rest.

I would expect:

-DHT to lower due to typical greater conversion from gels,
-E2 change proportional to TT and FT

I would not expect significant HCT change enough to warrant phlebotomy.

EDIT: Err, Maybe I'm confusing what you mean? Until things are in optimal range and protocol changes become quite minor, I am on an 8 week consultation cycle, with bloods at 6 weeks. Are you having your blood draw at 6 weeks anyway?

 

[ratbag]

If you just changed from gel to injection I think you really need the full 6 weeks to see the difference... maybe longer.

 

[FeelingLost]

snip...
EDIT: Err, Maybe I'm confusing what you mean? Until things are in optimal range and protocol changes become quite minor, I am on an 8 week consultation cycle, with bloods at 6 weeks. Are you having your blood draw at 6 weeks anyway?

It would be the same test.
As I understood the instructions I should draw blood 5-6 weeks and based on what the test showed I would or would not request a phone consult.
I took it if my numbers were in line or only required a small change like add 1 more .125 AI /week I would not need to call and get permission.

 

[FeelingLost]

For a trt protocol it looks like you have all the bases covered, I'm sure others will chime. I'm interested in knowing how you're feeling on your new protocol, from all your postings and threads I know you're a real proactive guy. I've always enjoy reading your threads and postings.

I feel the same way about both of you guys Vince and FL. I enjoy reading both of you guys posts.

Lee

Thanks Vince and Lee, It is nice to have internet friends, who understand what we are going thru and you can bounch ideas off of.

Vince, I am not sure how I feel. With no bloods I can only guess. I feel like my TT is thru the roof but it is not as I expected.
My ED, libido, sensivity to climax has been broken for many years. This higher T is effecting these but they come and go and are not reliable.
My wife is very understanding and is with me 100% on this recovery so that is really helping.

I do feel the higher T is helping me heal in other areas. Memory is better, energy lvl to get off the couch is there, I have the mental strength to beat that anxiety monster to a pulp. The world no longer has me pinned down for the count.

 

[Deleted member 16042]

It would be the same test.
As I understood the instructions I should draw blood 5-6 weeks and based on what the test showed I would or would not request a phone consult.
I took it if my numbers were in line or only required a small change like add 1 more .125 AI /week I would not need to call and get permission.

OK, I get it, thought you wanted earlier testing.

Your list looks great. Personally I wouldn't do prolactin, but I know your history is different and you had E2-prolactin issues, so sure. HCT implies you'll get the usual CBC I reckon.