Questions about Free Testosterone

[Islandjack]

Recent blood work the day after bi-weekly injection:

Total - 1,222
Free = 297

What concerns are there with free test being higher than the "normal" levels?

[bullshark99]

Need to post ranges but assuming it’s labcorp, yeah little high but no worries. Post ref range pls.

[Islandjack]

Need to post ranges but assuming it’s labcorp, yeah little high but no worries. Post ref range pls.

Free test ranges: 35 - 155
Total ranges: 250-1100

Pardon my ignorance - I’ve read a bit on here and elsewhere but don’t fully understand the way to asses these numbers. Specifically the free test numbers

[kelkel]

What is your dose? Ex 50 mg x 2 per week...
Total and Free T are both higher as you tested at peak levels. Test peaks around 24 hrs or so post injection, metabolism dependent. Most will test the morning of injection but before injection. I like your numbers knowing they're pulled at peak. A doctor may not.

Long term it may not bode well for your E2 and hematocrit. Time will tell.

And welcome to the forum Jack.

[Islandjack]

What is your dose? Ex 50 mg x 2 per week...
Total and Free T are both higher as you tested at peak levels. Test peaks around 24 hrs or so post injection, metabolism dependent. Most will test the morning of injection but before injection. I like your numbers knowing they're pulled at peak. A doctor may not.

Long term it may not bode well for your E2 and hematocrit. Time will tell.

And welcome to the forum Jack.

Thanks Kel.

I’m doing 200mg of cyp per week split into two doses. I’ve learned a lot from here and continue to read and educate myself.

I have a full panel at my doc coming up in March so I’ll post those results when I have them. I’ve spend the last 18 months working hard getting in shape and am feeling great right now.

37 5’10” 210. Down from 260

[kelkel]

Impress upon your doc to get a sensitive E2 assay. NOT standard estradiol as it's geared to women. Really important as standard estradiol can read dramatically (erroneously) higher in men thus doctors then prescribe aromatase control which isn't really needed.

Nice work on the weight drop!

Post up your BW on this thread so we can take a look for you!

[Islandjack]

Impress upon your doc to get a sensitive E2 assay. NOT standard estradiol as it's geared to women. Really important as standard estradiol can read dramatically (erroneously) higher in men thus doctors then prescribe aromatase control which isn't really needed.

Nice work on the weight drop!

Post up your BW on this thread so we can take a look for you!

Will do -thanks.

When I order my own BW from Ulta Lab Tests how do I know what kind of test I am ordering? How can I ensure I am getting the E2 assay when ordering my own online?

[kelkel]

Will do -thanks.

When I order my own BW from Ulta Lab Tests how do I know what kind of test I am ordering? How can I ensure I am getting the E2 assay when ordering my own online?

Just looked at their site. This is the one you want. Much more expensive though than standard but it's accurate. Just depends on how much $$ you're willing to spend. I see it pasted over very light. I think you can read it though.


Estradiol, Ultrasensitive LC/MS/MS #30289

1 Biomarkers - Average Process Time*: 4 to 5 days

[Islandjack]

Just looked at their site. This is the one you want. Much more expensive though than standard but it's accurate. Just depends on how much $$ you're willing to spend. I see it pasted over very light. I think you can read it though.


Estradiol, Ultrasensitive LC/MS/MS #30289

1 Biomarkers - Average Process Time*: 4 to 5 days

I really appreciate the help. I will report back after the next round of BW