Fitness Stuff (for normal people) Ep 64// Derek, More Plates More Dates: Testosterone, TRT/HRT, Hormone Optimization, and Blood Work
Apr 17, 2023
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Low T Root Cause
- Low testosterone shouldn't automatically lead to TRT.
- Investigate the root cause, such as pituitary or testicular function, for informed treatment decisions.
Reference Range Limitations
- Hormone reference ranges are broad and don't define optimal levels.
- Consider reference ranges as flags for further investigation, not definitive diagnoses.
Age and Testosterone
- Age-based testosterone reference ranges might not be accurate.
- Merrick Health uses individual factors like body mass and age for a more precise assessment.