Hi everyone,
I need some help and input regarding some upcoming blood work I'm having done and can't seem to find any info anywhere. I've previously tested low to very low on the following: total & free test., pregnenalone, DHEA, Vit D & B12. My Preg. levels were 6 13-208 ng/dL
I have been supplementing the following routine for approx. 2 months:
- Pregnenalone - 50mg per day
- DHEA - 25mg per day
- Vit D3 - 2000iu per day
- B12 2000 mcg per day
During this time I have also been eating clean and strength training and have lost about 10lbs. I'm going back in next week for another round of thorough blood work to see how my levels are in terms of what I've been supplementing and also to see if it has had any effects on my Test. levels.
My question is this...How do I prepare for the blood test in terms of taking the supplements beforehand. I read with Vit D I should stop 3 days prior to testing to determine where my natural levels now are. Is this also the case with the Preg and DHEA? I don't know if I should stop taking it to see how my natural levels have adjusted or if I should take it normally the day before testing to see what levels are in my blood due to and while on the supplementation. (I won't take it the morning of the test because I am to be fasting)
Your input is greatly appreciated as I'm doing most of this on my own since my doctors are seemingly incompetent in this area of medicine.
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