Description
Order this Testosterone Free (Direct) and Total Testosterone Test to measure the free and total testosterone in the blood to detect an abnormal level or hormone imbalance. Order this Testosterone Free (Direct) and Total Testosterone Test to measure total testosterone hormone levels in the blood to detect an abnormal level or hormone imbalance. Testosterone is the primary hormone essential to developing male physical features and reproductive functions, such as:
- Development of body hair, muscle growth, and a deepening voice
- Regulate sex drive, sustain muscle mass, and helps produce sperm in the testes (testicles)
Total testosterone is the total amount of testosterone in your blood, while free testosterone is the active form of testosterone that's not bound to proteins.
Explanation
- Total testosterone
- Measures the total amount of testosterone in your blood, including both free and bound testosterone. It's the most common type of testosterone test.
- Free testosterone
- Measures the amount of testosterone that's not bound to proteins. It's the active form of testosterone that your body can use to regulate mood, libido, and muscle mass.
Fasting not required.
