Testosterone Plus Test

£59

Understanding your Testosterone levels may help if you are experiencing low sex drive, infertility, erectile dysfunction and more. Testosterone levels should also be checked regularly by anyone using testosterone supplements for any reason.

This is the enhanced Testosterone test which includes albumin, sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG) and a Free Testosterone calculation will give you a very good indication of the levels of testosterone in your body.

What is included in the Testosterone Plus Test?

Hormones

Hormones (3 Biomarkers)

There are many types of hormones that support different bodily functions and processes including growth, metabolism, appetite and fertility. Hormone imbalances or deficiencies may be to blame for a wide range of symptoms and conditions.

Testosterone

Testosterone is a steroid hormone produced by the male testes and the adrenal glands in both men and women. This hormone production is stimulated and controlled by the luteinizing hormone. Testosterone is seen in large amounts in boys during puberty, causing growth of body hair and muscle development. It also regulates the male sex drive and maintain muscle mass. It is found in small amount in females from the ovary. Testosterone test is used to diagnosed various conditions such as erectile dysfunction and infertility in men.

Sex Hormone Binding Globulin

Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG) is a protein produced by the liver. Its main function is to bind and transport the hormones oestradiol, testosterone and dihydrotestosterone in the blood. The SHBG test is used to diagnose testosterone deficiency in men and is used to investigate the production of testosterone in women.

Free Testosterone Calculation

Free Testosterone Calculation is a measurement of the amount of free testosterone in the body. It is a steroid hormone produced by the male testes and the adrenal glands in both men and women. It regulates the male sex drive and maintains muscle mass. Free testosterone calculation is used in the diagnosis of various conditions such as erectile dysfunction and infertility in men.

Liver Function

Liver Function (1 Biomarkers)

The liver is responsible for many of the body’s essential functions such as regulating blood sugar levels, fighting infections and detoxifying your blood. Good liver function is vital to your overall health and wellbeing.

Albumin

Albumin is a protein specifically produced in the liver. Its function consists of keeping fluids in the bloodstream as well as transporting substances like hormones and vitamins throughout the body. Albumin tests can be used to help diagnose and monitor diseases of the liver and kidney.

What factors can lead to a decrease in testosterone?

• Conditions which directly affect the testes, including direct injury, infection or radiation can cause testosterone levels to drop significantly.

• Genetic conditions such as Klinefelter syndrome where a male has an extra X chromosome can also affect levels.

• Tumours, auto-immune conditions and some medications can also affect glands that produce this hormone.

What are some symptoms of low testosterone?

  • Low libido
  • Increased breast size
  • Decreased body hair
  • Poor cognitive function
  • Depression
  • Loss of muscle mass

Why is testosterone so important?

Testosterone is a major sex hormone which plays some key roles in the body including:

  • Muscular growth and strength
  • Sex Drive (libido)
  • Sperm production
  • Bone density and growth
  • Pubertal development
  • It also plays a vital role in females, produced in the ovaries and adrenal gland, keeping the balance with oestrogen

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57 Rodney Street, Liverpool L1 9ER – 0151 458 0835
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