Testosterone
Male hormones like testosterone support many bodily functions and play a vitally important role in a healthy sex drive, maintaining muscle strength & mass, mood and sperm production. Lower than normal levels of testosterone can result in lack of energy, fatigue, hair loss, low sex drive, erectile dysfunction, anxiety/depression and increased body fat.
After age 30 testosterone levels will begin to gradually decrease naturally. Other potential causes of low testosterone include; alcohol abuse, obesity, uncontrolled diabetes, medication and over training. Whilst testosterone testing is important, our comprehensive male hormone test will also measure other hormones that help to transport and control testosterone levels.
Cost: €179
The following tests are included in the testosterone plus panel:
Hormones profile: Testosterone, Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG), Free Testosterone, Luteinising Hormone, Oestradiol, Prolactin, Follicle Stimulating Hormone, Albumin
Full blood count: haemoglobin, haematocrit, mean cell haemogline, MCHC, red blood cell count, basophil count, lymphocyte count, eosinophil count, monocyte count, neutrophil count, white blood cell count, platelet count.
Heart health: total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, total cholesterol/HDL ratio, triglycerides, high sensitivity C-reactive protein.
Liver health: alkaline phosphatase, alanine aminotransferase, aspartate transferase, gamma-glutamyl transferase, total bilirubin, albumin
Kidney health: creatine, eGFR, chloride, potassium, phosphatee, sodium, urea
Diabetes health: glucose
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I schedule my appointment for male hormone testing?
If you are male and attending for testosterone levels, please ensure you select an appointment slot in the morning, fast for a minimum 8 hours and avoid a heavy carbohydrate meal prior to testing.
How do I prepare before my appointment?
Prior to your male hormone test, please do not consume food or drink for 8 hours before your appointment. This excludes water, please stay well hydrated.
Please do not take supplements containing biotin for 1 week prior to testing.
Please do not chew gum. Non fasting can impact the following; heart health, cardiovascular risk score, diabetes health, iron status and testosterone levels.
Do not smoke for a minimum of 30 minutes before your appointment.
Please avoid strenuous exercise for 48 hours before your appointment.
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