test results of different lab ranges

[PJS19]

Hi I have a question. Do lab results vary depending on the lab doing it? For instance, for E2, quest diagnostics has a reference range of <29 being normal. But others have 20-30 being normal. So my e2 of 7 is normal for my test because it was quest, but abnormal for a different one. Does this mean the "7" would show up no matter who I used, or can it be different depending on the lab?

[PJS19]

Any input?

[Novice489]

Always go with the references ranges of the lab. The numbers will change depending on the lab and the methods they use.

[PJS19]

Thanks Aux, that is helpful. I guess Im less concerned about it now.

[Moparman]

How do u feel? When my e2 was that low I felt like crap. I woukdnt want iu less than 19

[PJS19]

Moparman, Ive battling severe depression/emotional blunting for 6 months after using a product that had a "suicide inhibitor" and epistane for only 10 days. I dont know if my problems are more related to that e2 number or low free T number (despite decent total T (520)) . I read after suicide inhibitors your body produces the enzyme after a few weeks of discontinuation but its been 6 months and my e2 is still that low. But I the lab range is <29 being normal, so my doctor wasnt concerned.