Description
Purpose of the Test:
• Assess hormonal imbalance or androgen deficiency
• Diagnose conditions like hypogonadism, infertility, or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
• Monitor testosterone replacement therapy (TRT)
• Investigate causes of low libido, fatigue, decreased muscle mass, or erectile dysfunction
• Evaluate pubertal development in adolescents
What the Test Involves:
• A blood sample is taken, typically from a vein in the arm
• The serum testosterone level is measured using an immunoassay or liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS)
• Results reflect both bound and free testosterone in the bloodstream
