Jam311
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I've started bulking again for the first time in a long time. As I am being very serious with my training, diet, and sleep I decided it would be a good idea to get some basic blood work done (from lifeextension.com) to see where I'm at.
Hormone Panel:
Total Test: 607 ng/dL
Free Test: 6.5 pg/mL
DHEA-Sulfate: 294.0 ug/dL
Estradiol: 19.2 pg/mL
Prostate Specific Ag: 0.2 ng/mL
I was startled at how low my Free Test was. That being said I haven't been experiencing any of the associated symptoms of low T. I workout 5-6 days a week, currently lifting heavy in order to get stronger and regain some loss strength after focusing more on calisthenics and cardio the past few years. I get about 6-7 hours of sleep a night and maybe a few hours more on the weekends. I eat a pretty healthy diet mostly consisting of lean meats, fruits, veggies, peanut butter, and whole grains.
I did some research and I know albumin and SHBG levels could be high and that could be limiting my free test. I plan on getting another blood panel in a month or so that would include those tests too (if anyone has recommendations on more comprehensive panels that aren't too expensive I would appreciate it). In the meantime, what are some things I could do increase my free test levels? Also, is there a chance this test was inaccurate either through laboratory testing procedures or due to acute factors in my life?
I appreciate any advice and guidance y'all can provide. Thanks.
(also if this is in the wrong subforum I apologize)
Hormone Panel:
Total Test: 607 ng/dL
Free Test: 6.5 pg/mL
DHEA-Sulfate: 294.0 ug/dL
Estradiol: 19.2 pg/mL
Prostate Specific Ag: 0.2 ng/mL
I was startled at how low my Free Test was. That being said I haven't been experiencing any of the associated symptoms of low T. I workout 5-6 days a week, currently lifting heavy in order to get stronger and regain some loss strength after focusing more on calisthenics and cardio the past few years. I get about 6-7 hours of sleep a night and maybe a few hours more on the weekends. I eat a pretty healthy diet mostly consisting of lean meats, fruits, veggies, peanut butter, and whole grains.
I did some research and I know albumin and SHBG levels could be high and that could be limiting my free test. I plan on getting another blood panel in a month or so that would include those tests too (if anyone has recommendations on more comprehensive panels that aren't too expensive I would appreciate it). In the meantime, what are some things I could do increase my free test levels? Also, is there a chance this test was inaccurate either through laboratory testing procedures or due to acute factors in my life?
I appreciate any advice and guidance y'all can provide. Thanks.
(also if this is in the wrong subforum I apologize)