Prioritize your health and timely check your testosterone level

 Testosterone: What Is That?

Testosterone is produced by the ovaries and testicles. You’re physical and mental

 Health may be impacted by producing either too little or too much testosterone.

A hormone known as testosterone is present in both genders. Generally, In men testosterone is predominantly produced in the testicles. However, in much smaller amounts, testosterone is also produced by women's ovaries.

During puberty time, testosterone production begins to rise significantly, and it then starts to decline around the age of 30.

Testosterone is most often connected with sex drive and plays an important role in sperm generation. Additionally, it has an impact on red blood cell production, bone and muscle mass, and how men store fat in their bodies. A man's testosterone levels may also affect how he feels.

What is a testosterone levels test?

A test for testosterone levels quantifies the level of the hormone in a sample of your blood. Although testosterone is regarded as a "male" sex hormone, it is present in smaller amounts in females.

Making testosterone involves:

·        The testes, or testicles, are the sperm-producing organs of the male reproductive system.

·        The ovaries are the part of the female reproductive system responsible for egg production.

·        The organs on top of each kidney known as the adrenal glands produce a number of hormones.

Male puberty is characterized by the growth of body hair, muscles, and a deeper voice due to testosterone. It regulates sex drive in adults, keeps muscles strong, and aids in sperm production. The development of bones, muscles, and healthy organs in females depends on testosterone.

Your blood contains many types of testosterone that can be examined to assist identify specific health issues. Your testosterone is mostly bound to proteins. The proteins limit the quantity of "active" testosterone in your body by preventing your tissues from utilizing it immediately away. Free testosterone is testosterone that is not bound to proteins. Your tissues are affected by free testosterone.

These various kinds of testosterone are measured by three separate blood tests:

·        Total testosterone levels are determined by measuring both free and protein-bound testosterone. The most typical kind of test is this one.

·        Only the "active" type of testosterone is detected by a free testosterone test. Although this test is less frequent, it could be helpful for diagnosing some medical conditions.

·        A test for bioavailable testosterone quantifies both free testosterone and testosterone that is weakly bound to albumin, a blood protein.

·        A free testosterone test, could be used to identify some illnesses.

Additional names include serum, total, free, and bioavailable testosterone.

Why do you need a testosterone levels test?

If your body shows signs of abnormal testosterone levels, you may require this test. The test is mostly used for symptoms of low T levels (too low testosterone levels) in guys who have completed puberty. With age, testosterone levels typically decline. Low T, however, can also be brought on by other medical conditions, such as thyroid disorders, chronic sickness, or testicular problems.

The symptoms of low Testosterone:

·        Infertility (difficulty getting someone pregnant)

·        Lack of face or body hair

·        Erectile disfunction or "ED"

·        Thinning bones or anemia without a known cause

·        Loss of muscle mass

·        Enlarged breasts

·        Low sex drive

In females, the test is mostly used for symptoms with high Testosterone levels, such as:

·        Hair loss on the head that may be like male-pattern baldness (hair loss at the temples and balding on the top of the head)

·        A voice that gets lower

·        Infertility (difficulty getting pregnant)

·        Abnormal hair growth on the body or face

·        Acne problem

·        Irregular or no menstrual periods

What happens in a testosterone test?

Between seven and ten in the morning is the ideal time to draw blood for a testosterone test. Your testosterone levels are most likely at their peak during these hours.

Using a tiny needle, a medical professional will draw blood from a vein in your arm. A little blood will be collected in a test tube or vial after the needle has been inserted. You might feel a tiny sting when the needle enters or exits. This usually only takes a few minutes.