Low? Free test levels

[slowgrow]

Hey guys, im new to the board, and Im looking for some info/advice. So I got my free serum test levels checked and it turns out im at 72, with the normal range being from >41 to above 200 (supplied by the doc). Im 28, 5'11", 203lbs. Not being a doctor and not knowing much about what the levels should really be for someone my age, it just seems like this is pretty low. Any ideas info or advice that anyone might be able to give would be great. Thanks guys.

 

[James]

Couple of things:

~Get your total T tested as well as your free T.
~Your T levels fluctuate a reasonable amount... so have more than one test done, preferably sometime mid morning when T levels are at their highest
~If you get another test with low results, get referred to an Endo *unless you are already at one*
~You are about 30... so your T levels might be declining a bit naturally... also, your diet and supplements can have a big affect on your T levels so keep this in mind when you are preparing for a T test
~I am not an expert, but I have gone through this myself and am currently on TRT... if you do get consistent tests that show low levels of Test... there are some more blood tests that should be done at that point... FSH, LH, Estradiol... to name a few.

I apologize for the use of "~", looks stupid and is probably the last time I will use it. Good luck my friend.

 

[James]

Also... using the search function, look for threads where Swale is an active contributor... he is a HRT guru and is very helpful in this arena. There have been a few threads in the past few days that have discussed this issue or something related.

 

[slowgrow]

Thanks!

Yo James, thanks a lot man. Yeah Im trying to get a follow up with the same doc to see what should happen next. I will see if he recommends the total T levels also, and get tests done on sequential days or whatever to get a series done to see what the average is looking like. Of course if Im not getting any good "results" i will try and get an endo consult or something. This sucks! 28 with low test! All the best with your TRT...we will see what the future holds for me. In the meantime I'll take your advice and start searching out some answers on the board.
SG