{"product_id":"hormonen-man","title":"Hormones Male","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the Hormones Male Blood Test?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hormones Male Blood Test is a comprehensive blood test specifically developed to assess hormonal balance in men. This package measures the most important hormones responsible for male characteristics, muscle mass, libido, and overall vitality. It is an essential test for men who want to know the status of their testosterone levels and hormonal balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is tested?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTestosterone (total)\u003c\/strong\u003e – The primary male sex hormone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree testosterone\u003c\/strong\u003e – The active, directly available form of testosterone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlbumin\u003c\/strong\u003e – Most common protein produced by the liver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSHBG (Sex Hormone Binding Globulin)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Protein that binds and regulates testosterone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCreatinine\u003c\/strong\u003e – Waste product that measures kidney function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eeGFR\u003c\/strong\u003e – Estimated glomerular filtration rate for kidney function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy should you have the Hormones Male Blood Test done?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis test is particularly useful for men experiencing symptoms of low testosterone, such as reduced libido, fatigue, loss of muscle mass, or mood swings. It is also important for men actively involved in strength training or bodybuilding who wish to monitor their hormonal status. Additionally, it aids in diagnosing hypogonadism, a condition in which the testicles produce insufficient testosterone. This test is also valuable for men developing female physical characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does it indicate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe results provide insight into hormonal balance and kidney function. This test measures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTestosterone levels\u003c\/strong\u003e – Total testosterone and biologically active free testosterone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSHBG value\u003c\/strong\u003e – Helps determine how much testosterone is actually biologically active\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKidney function values\u003c\/strong\u003e – Important because some hormone therapies can stress the kidneys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlbumin\u003c\/strong\u003e – General health indicator and important for hormone binding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA disturbance in these values may indicate hypogonadism, hormonal imbalance, or pituitary gland problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a high level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh testosterone levels\u003c\/strong\u003e – Can occur naturally, but may also indicate the use of anabolic steroids or certain medical conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElevated SHBG\u003c\/strong\u003e – Means less free testosterone is available, despite normal total testosterone levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElevated creatinine\u003c\/strong\u003e – May indicate reduced kidney function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese abnormalities have significant implications for overall health and potential treatments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a low level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow testosterone levels\u003c\/strong\u003e – Can lead to fatigue, reduced libido, depressive feelings, loss of muscle mass, and increased body fat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow free testosterone\u003c\/strong\u003e – Means little biologically active hormone is available, even if total testosterone appears normal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow SHBG levels\u003c\/strong\u003e – Can occur with overweight, type 2 diabetes, or hypothyroidism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis information helps physicians advise on appropriate treatment or lifestyle adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BloedCheckup","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52451421651290,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/store.bloedcheckup.nl\/nl\/products\/hormonen-man","provider":"BloedCheckup","version":"1.0","type":"link"}