Bloods before starting TRT

[macmathews]

I have an appointment at a TRT clinic in the middle of October. I am currently NOT on TRT
after making the app.. I have received the attached requisition for bloodwork.
From blood work years ago I am fairly certain I will qualify. But as you all know its a large commitment and from previous experience for me a big struggle with sides (at least at first)
Is there is any other bloodwork I should request on my own before manipulating my hormones.

I don't see CORTISOL or DHEA on here..

Thoughts ?

Bloods.pdf



Mac

[IncreaseMyT]

Well cortisol you want to measure with a 4 point saliva anyway.

The DHEA you want to do blood.

Do you have adrenal insufficiency symptoms?

[macmathews]

Well cortisol you want to measure with a 4 point saliva anyway.

The DHEA you want to do blood.

Do you have adrenal insufficiency symptoms?

I'm not sure what those symptoms would be..

Kyle

[IncreaseMyT]

Like salt and sugar craving, falling asleep between 3-5pm, trouble sleeping etc.

[macmathews]

Like salt and sugar craving, falling asleep between 3-5pm, trouble sleeping etc.

Well..

I do love sugar (who dosen't)
But I sleep like a baby but never have naps

Thanks for the help

Mac

[macmathews]

Ok..
I finally got this done and my appointment is next week.
I would love some input, on how to proceed if you were in my shoes.

[macmathews]

I few points.
My diet for the last 5 weeks has been terrible..
And I have done zero training.. I was gone on a 3 week moose hunt.
This doc has sent another request yesterday for a follow up on free and total t
It sounds like a Canadian standard to re-check the numbers.

[Mr.BB]

By your bloodwork you are not hypogonadal. What symptoms you have, or have you just decided you want TRT for no reason?

Truth is that if you go to a TRT clinic bloods dont really matter much as their business is to sell TRT, and if you want it you will get it.

[kelkel]

I'd probably add a bit more Vit D and that's about it.

[macmathews]

By your bloodwork you are not hypogonadal. What symptoms you have, or have you just decided you want TRT for no reason?

Truth is that if you go to a TRT clinic bloods dont really matter much as their business is to sell TRT, and if you want it you will get it.

I feel pretty good.
My libido is not where it was on TRT..
My gym strength is also not where it was on TRT.
But in the end I only did TRT to try and feel better.
If this was your blood work you'd stay away from TRT
.

[macmathews]

I'd probably add a bit more Vit D and that's about it.

Just by chance I ran outta d3 about 2 weeks before this blood work.
You think this blood work is decent for a 40 year old ?

[kelkel]

I do, yes. Like BB asked, what symptoms do you present?

[Mr.BB]

Vit D3 test is not reliable.

Results can be everywhere. Just supplement, no need to test.

[macmathews]

I do, yes. Like BB asked, what symptoms do you present?

Libido is not what is was while on TRT.. Not as strong or explosive as when on TRT.

But overall I feel well and really want long term health more than anything and If TRT is not a health benefit then I am happy to do without.

thanks for your feedback guys..

BTW - My current plan is to really focus on diet , sleep and training and see where it is in another six months

[kelkel]

Well, TRT is a health benefit when it is legitimately needed. You'll do fine with your current plan!

[75 Dogs]

I'm not an expert but I've been on TRT for years. It doesn't sound to me like you have the symptoms that would necessitate it. My numbers are on a different scale, but your numbers don't seem that bad either.

Let me put it this way, my hopes when I started TRT were to bring me up to as "bad" as you feel now.