Self-Testing, is it a good option?

[nique2188]

Hello, I'm currently on a TRT which I was taking every 2 weeks but now that I'm more informed just started taking every three days. I'm asking people on here where to find cheap HcG that I can use as well.

However, I'm curious to know my levels for my own knowledge. Going through a doctor can be quite expensive, and I guess I've never considered any other way.

Can I draw my own blood and send it in to get tested just like doctor's offices do? Or is there other ways to self-test?

And is it much cheaper?

[michael30]

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[nique2188]

Source Discussion?

What do you mean?

[michael30]

About your question. What are you wanting to get tested? Your test levels? Will your doctor not prescribe hcg ?

[michael30]

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[nique2188]

My apologies.

1. My doctor said we could do hCG but it'd be incredibly expensive.

2. I want to get:

Estradiol
DHEA
DHT
Aromatase
LH
Cortisol
SHBG

[nique2188]

I might of made a mistake. Where you asking about prescribed hcg?

No I'm talking about self-testing and if it's doable and cheaper.

[michael30]

Sorry i cant help much but yes there are places you can get blood work done privately. I cant remember where. Hopefully kelkel will chime in where. Prices were good too. As of hcg prices with a prescription. Im not sure where the cheapest would be. Your dr should know where a cheap place is. I dont know if there carry it but costco is where i get my trt.

[ppwc1985]

Hcg with prescription, a compound pharmacy would be the cheapest I think. Try empower, not sure their contact info. I use Hallandale pharmacy out of Florida, you can google it.

[Black]

No I'm talking about self-testing and if it's doable and cheaper.

Definitely doable, but cost will depend on how much you pay through insurance through your doctor. Check out private MD labs . c o m.

I know they can do a cortisol blood test, but you might want to check out 24 hour saliva test instead. I hear it tends to be more accurate.