{"id":32577,"date":"2022-05-10T11:35:28","date_gmt":"2022-05-10T04:35:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/?p=32577"},"modified":"2025-01-07T17:40:10","modified_gmt":"2025-01-07T10:40:10","slug":"testosterone-testing-its-more-important-than-you-think","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/mens-health\/testosterone-testing-its-more-important-than-you-think\/","title":{"rendered":"Testosterone Testing: It\u2019s More Important Than You Think"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>Highlights\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Testosterone can affect far more than your sex life.<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>A testosterone imbalance can affect your quality of life.<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Both high and low testosterone can cause far-reaching health problems.<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Home testosterone test kits are an easy and convenient way to measure your testosterone levels.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Testosterone testing is a good idea for all men. Like all the other hormones circulating in our body and regulating its functions, optimal testosterone levels are a delicate balance. Too little T can cause problems beyond the bedroom, but too much can also cause significant health issues.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Optimal Testosterone is All About Balance<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Men have been conditioned to think we can never have too much of this hormone we see as nature\u2019s blessing for the male body. It makes us muscular and aggressive. When it courses through our veins, we feel good. It allows us to perform magic between the sheets. It\u2019s the essence of masculinity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The truth is more complicated. While it\u2019s true that low testosterone can contribute to erectile dysfunction and a low sex drive, too much testosterone can also be harmful. The key to maintaining optimal testosterone levels is in achieving the right balance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Significant health risks are associated with both too little and too much testosterone.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Risks of Low Testosterone<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Men tend to blame low testosterone for many normal signs of aging. And indeed, low T can be the cause of a significant drop in quality of life for males.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The potential health concerns go beyond bedroom prowess. Low T can also cause cascading health problems, beginning with an increased risk of heart disease. Doctors often connect low testosterone with:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obesity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High blood pressure<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High HDL cholesterol levels\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is also possible, however, that the presence of these conditions leads to low T. We do know that low testosterone levels can cause:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loss of bone and muscle mass<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/27068735\/#:~:text=Contrary%20to%20the%20previous%20dogma,benign%20prostatic%20hyperplasia%20(BPH).\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower urinary tract symptoms<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (LUTS)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/27068735\/#:~:text=Contrary%20to%20the%20previous%20dogma,benign%20prostatic%20hyperplasia%20(BPH).\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prostate enlargement<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low energy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loss of libido<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depression<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Irritability<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anemia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Erectile dysfunction\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Risks of High Testosterone<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/mens-health\/zydenafil-reviews-what-ed-supplement-users-are-saying\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">testosterone-boosting supplement<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> industry is partly responsible for the widespread belief that more testosterone is better and one can never have too much of it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The actuality is that high testosterone can cause heart disease and problems affecting the reproductive system. Boosting T levels with supplements carries additional risks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Cancer Cell Growth<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Testosterone <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.org\/cancer\/prostate-cancer\/treating\/hormone-therapy.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can stimulate the growth of prostate cancer cells<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Lowering testosterone levels is the goal of hormone treatment for prostate cancer.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Shrinking Testes and Infertility<\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_32580\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-32580\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/2.jpeg-11_11zon.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-32580 size-full\" title=\"Woman holding a looking glass next to man's genitalia\" src=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/2.jpeg-11_11zon.jpg\" alt=\"Woman holding a looking glass next to man's genitalia\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/2.jpeg-11_11zon.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/2.jpeg-11_11zon-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-32580\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Would you find it funny?<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Artificially high testosterone levels can shrink your testicles and lower the quality of your sperm.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your body\u2019s hormonal system strives to maintain balance. If you flood it with testosterone from an outside source, it acts to reestablish the balance and stops your natural testosterone production. Your testosterone levels drop, your testicles shrink, and your sperm may go missing entirely.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Heart Muscle Damage and Heart Attack Risk<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Supplementing testosterone <\/span><b>to reach normal levels<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3720171\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">may help prevent<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> heart disease. But high levels can do the opposite.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elevated T levels in men 65 or older or younger men with a history of heart disease <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/mens-health\/expert-answers\/testosterone-therapy-side-effects\/faq-20090015\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">may spell trouble<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Too much testosterone may also lead to the hardening of arteries.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re younger, you may think that you are immune to these effects, but over time, abnormally high T takes a toll on your body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other potential health problems that can result from high testosterone levels include (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/medications\/testosterone--what-it-does-and-doesnt-do\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">among others<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elevated blood pressure and cholesterol<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased risk of blood clots<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Liver disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Difficulty urinating\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insomnia\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mood swings<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Impaired judgment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight gain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Uncharacteristic aggressiveness<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>The Truth About Testosterone and Erectile Dysfunction<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many men believe that raising testosterone levels is a cure for ED. Here\u2019s the truth: Low T can cause erectile dysfunction, and for men with low testosterone, supplementing their T can help with erection problems.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, for men with normal T levels, boosting testosterone over the normal range <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.choosingwisely.org\/patient-resources\/testosterone-for-erection-problems\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">does not help<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> regain erectile function. For ED, there\u2019s no upside to higher-than-normal T levels.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your testosterone levels are normal, FDA-approved medications, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/erectile-dysfunction\/buy-viagra\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Viagra<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/erectile-dysfunction\/cialis\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cialis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/erectile-dysfunction\/vardenafil\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Levitra<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, offer a more direct and effective treatment option.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Testosterone Testing Basics<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Testosterone is a complicated hormone that affects more than virility. A testosterone imbalance can affect many areas of your health. The purpose of testosterone testing is not to see if you are manly enough, but to find out if your testosterone level is optimal or out of balance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>What Is an Optimal Testosterone Level?<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicinenet.com\/high_and_low_testosterone_levels_in_men\/views.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">normal range<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for testosterone in the male blood is wide. Anything between 270 ng\/Dl and 1070 ng\/Dl is normal. The average testosterone level is 679 ng\/Dl. Bear in mind that this is by no means an exact science. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bjui-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/10.1111\/j.1464-410X.2004.05051.x\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some researchers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> argue that the lower limits of the normal range should be more flexible.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auanet.org\/guidelines\/guidelines\/testosterone-deficiency-guideline\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">American Urological Association<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, normal testosterone levels are north of 300 ng\/Dl.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These readings are serum testosterone levels, describing how many nanograms of the hormone you have in one deciliter of your blood at the time of testing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many factors may impact momentary testosterone levels. Resistance training may give your T a temporary boost. Sexual activity may cause spikes or drops in your testosterone levels. Age is also a factor.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>What Is the Average Testosterone Level by Age?<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Male testosterone levels peak at around 18-20, depending on the individual. Before that, kids have lower testosterone levels. Past that age, T levels decline. How quickly they drop depends on individual <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18691270\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lifestyle choices<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, genetics, etc.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 10-year-old boys, the normal testosterone levels are between 7 and 130 ng\/Dl.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In preteens aged 12-13, T levels are between 7 and 800 ng\/Dl.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 16-year-olds, anything between 100 and 1200 ng\/Dl is normal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By the late teens (17-18), the normal range goes up to 300-1200 ng\/Dl.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a 20-year-old, the normal range is 270-1070 ng\/Dl.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>What is an Optimal Testosterone Level for Building Muscle?<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gym bros are the men most likely to value high testosterone levels. Men who are focused on accumulating lean muscle tissue home in on the fact that more T translates to more muscle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_32579\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-32579\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/3.jpeg-10_11zon.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-32579 size-full\" title=\"Man flexing his arm\" src=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/3.jpeg-10_11zon.jpg\" alt=\"Man flexing his arm\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/3.jpeg-10_11zon.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/3.jpeg-10_11zon-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-32579\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>More T, more muscle<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If an individual starts from a lower base level, raising T levels to the upper end of the normal range may be enough to help with muscle building.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3032430\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Researchers have found<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that they needed to increase testosterone levels by 1046 ng\/Dl in men over 65 to achieve a lean muscle mass increase of 1.5 kg and a 30 percent increase in one-rep maximums.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking testosterone levels to the top of the normal range does promote lean muscle accumulation, and the effects of testosterone on muscle building are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2964430\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dose-dependent<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, meaning that lower doses won\u2019t achieve the same effects as higher ones. Unfortunately, this can work against you; high testosterone can be as damaging to your health as low T.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>At-Home Testosterone Testing<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re squeamish about seeing a doctor about your testosterone levels, at-home testosterone test kits are a safe, accurate, and discreet option.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Order a home testosterone test kit online, and follow the instructions that come with it. You can collect a saliva specimen in the comfort of your home and mail it in using the prepaid envelope included in the kit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your kit provider will deliver your results online in 2-5 days.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>eDrugstore Can Help<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We carry a safe and accurate <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/test-kits\/testosterone-home-test-kit\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">at-home testosterone test kit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you can use to measure and monitor your testosterone levels. Depending on your results, you can make an appointment for a free doctor consultation to discuss your treatment options. If you suspect that a testosterone imbalance is affecting the quality of your life, find out for sure so you can take action.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re struggling with ED, we can help with that, too. We carry all FDA-approved ED medications, the scientifically proven way to treat erectile dysfunction. Browse our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/erectile-dysfunction\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ED medication guide<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. A U.S.-licensed physician will issue your prescription and have your order delivered right to your door. With eDrugstore, virtual health visits and shipping are always free.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Highlights\u00a0 Testosterone can affect far more than your sex life. A testosterone imbalance can affect your quality of life. Both high and low testosterone can cause far-reaching health problems. Home testosterone test kits are an easy and convenient way to measure your testosterone levels. Testosterone testing is a good idea for all men. 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