Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone that is important for many bodily functions and characteristics. Some key points about testosterone:
Muscle and bone mass: Testosterone helps build muscle mass and strength and promotes strong bones by increasing bone mineral density. It stimulates the growth of body and facial hair.
Sex drive: Testosterone is important for libido and sexual function in both men and women. Higher testosterone levels are linked to higher sex drive.
Fat distribution: Testosterone helps determine where the body stores fat. Higher testosterone tends to correlate with more belly fat and less fat on arms and thighs.
Red blood cell production: Testosterone stimulates red blood cell production, increasing the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood.
Mood and cognition: Optimal testosterone may support mood, energy, motivation, and cognitive abilities like focus and concentration. Low testosterone can negatively impact these.
Testosterone levels naturally decline as men age, sometimes causing unpleasant symptoms like:
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Measuring testosterone levels involves a simple blood test that checks total and free/bioavailable testosterone. Normal healthy ranges differ slightly between laboratories but are generally 300-1000 ng/dL for total testosterone in adult men, and 15-70 pg/mL for free testosterone. Levels below those thresholds combined with low-T symptoms may indicate hormone deficiency requiring treatment.
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