what options other than a full cycle?

[ocman]

Hi,

I just read, "Testosterone: A Man's Guide", and I know that it's not recommended to do a full cycle of test for obvious reasons.

I just had an annual physical and here are my test results:

Test Total LS-MS-MS - 668 NG/DL 250-1100

Test Free Dialysis - 76.5 PG/DL 35.0-155.0

I know there's no substitute for the proper diet and workout. I'm looking to get back in the gym and build some muscle and I'm looking for something that can help me that doesn't tax the liver. I'll be 57 in 2 days.

Any suggestions?

peace

 

[Gene Devine]

If you are looking for advise on AAS use for cycling there are other forums on the Internet focused on that particular use of steroids.

 

[ocman]

Right, but I was wanted to know if there was something that could be prescribed from a TRT doctor with my above test results, if any?

 

[Gene Devine]

For a man of your age your Testosterone serum levels look really good; I don't see you as a candidate for Testosterone replacement.

I would like to see your IGF-1 lab. You could be a candidate for HGH if this lab is sub-par.

It's not unusual to see Testosterone serum levels in the middle range like your but IGF-1 low.

Also, you may be able to improve your Testosterone levels depending upon your Estrogen levels; so post that as well.

 

[ocman]

I will need to get those tests done, which tests exactly?

 

[Gene Devine]

I will need to get those tests done, which tests exactly?

A comprehensive male workup should include all of the following:

· Total Testosterone
· Bioavailable Testosterone (AKA “Free and Loosely Bound”)
· Free Testosterone (if Bioavailable T is unavailable)
· SHBG
· DHT (perhaps)
· Estradiol (specify “sensitive” assay for males)
· LH
· FSH
· Prolactin
· Cortisol
· Thyroid Panel (TSH, T4, T3, RT3, antibodies)
· CBC
· Comprehensive Metabolic Panel
· Lipid Profile
· PSA (age dependent)
· IGF-1, IGFBP-3 (if HGH therapy is being considered)

 

[ocman]

Any idea the best place to order these tests with the best price?

 

[Nelson Vergel]

ocman

Call the folks at defymedical.com They have good prices for labs anywhere in the country (better than the Life Extension Foundation)

Back to your original question:

I would consider options that will not affect your hypothalamic-pituitary-testicular axis since you are at a good testosterone blood level for your age (lucky bastard )

Legal muscle:

- Creatine monohydrate 5 grams per day 1 hour before the gym http://www.amazon.com/BulkSupplemen...=UTF8&qid=1393797312&sr=8-7&keywords=creatine

- Ask Defy about Sermorelin: https://www.excelmale.com/forum/threads/235-What-is-Sermorelin

Follow these tips :

Optimum Nutrition video

https://www.excelmale.com/forum/threads/8-The-Science-of-Healthy-Eating

https://www.excelmale.com/forum/threads/11-Nelson’s-Tips-on-Nutrition-Exercise-and-Supplements

You can also explore other prescription options like GHRP 2 and 6: http://www.empowerrxpharmacy.com/human-growth-hormone.html

I do not think you need to run another test for your testosterone panel, LH, FSH, and cortisol (unless you feel tired)

 

[ocman]

thanks, i appreciate it!!!...