TRT Numbers

[Rclouviere]

Ok, androgel didn’t seem to work. My testesterone numbers were around 300. I’ve restarted it because i was feeling badly. I feel better since taking it. The “300,” is that always accurate. I know there’s another measurement (free testesterone?). Is it posssible the two measurements could be different. In other words, could the trt be working even though the number above is low? I’m set to see a urologist next month.

 

[Stigma]

With topical testosterone, it all depends on when you had your bloodwork done. 12 hours after application? 24 hours after application? Your testosterone will go up quickly after androgel application and then fall throughout the day.

 

[Systemlord]

My testesterone numbers were around 300. I’ve restarted it because i was feeling badly. I feel better since taking it. The “300,” is that always accurate. I know there’s another measurement (free testesterone?). Is it posssible the two measurements could be different. In other words, could the trt be working even though the number above is low? I’m set to see a urologist next month.

TRT isn't working if you tested between 4-6 hours after dosing. TRT will be working when your TT and FT are near the top end or above the ranges.

It may be time for injections injected weekly or twice weekly or oral T Jatenzo or Kyzatrex. If your urologist suggests injections every 2 weeks, ask if you can inject 2 times weekly at a lower dose (50 mg per injection) and if he doesn't go for it, politely decline and search for another doctor.

 

[Rclouviere]

With topical testosterone, it all depends on when you had your bloodwork done. 12 hours after application? 24 hours after application? Your testosterone will go up quickly after androgel application and then fall throughout the day.

Usually next day, maybe 18 hours after application.

 

[Systemlord]

Usually next day, maybe 18 hours after application.

You did it wrong, no wonder your results are low. Back to square one, retest between 4-6 hours after application.

Your TT and FT levels will rise within 2 hours after application and decline quickly. I was on oral T and half-life is identical to topical T. I would peak at 1052 ng/dL 2 hours after consuming the oral T capsule and would see levels nearing 300 at 12 hours.