Quick Facts
- Sample: Blood (Morning collection 7am-10am)
- Fasting: Fast for 12 hours and stop biotin 72 hours before collection. Complete testing before a Schilling test, transfusion, or B12 therapy and avoid testing during or after heparin use. Obtain the required specimen container from the lab. For PSA testing, avoid ejaculation and strenuous exercise for 72 hours and wait six weeks after a prostate biopsy.
- Turnaround: 4-7 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday, or lab delays.
What's Included
Reproductive Hormones
- Total Testosterone: Measures the overall level of testosterone circulating in your blood, used to evaluate sexual development and function.
- Free Testosterone (Direct): Measures the small, unbound portion of testosterone that is biologically active in the body.
(LabCorp Only) Any Free Testosterone or Total Testosterone result exceeding 1500 will be reported as ">1500."
- Estradiol: Measures estradiol (E2), an estrogen produced in men by the testes and adrenal glands.
- FSH: Measures follicle-stimulating hormone levels to evaluate fertility, reproductive function, and pituitary function.
- LH: Measures luteinizing hormone levels to evaluate fertility, ovulation, reproductive function, and pituitary function.
Adrenal and Growth Hormones
- DHEA Sulfate: Measures DHEAS, an adrenal hormone that can be converted into testosterone or estrogen in the body.
- Insulin-Like Growth Factor I (IGF-1): Measures IGF-1, produced in the liver in response to growth hormone, used to evaluate growth-related changes.
Thyroid Function
- TSH: Measures thyroid-stimulating hormone, used to help evaluate how well your thyroid is functioning.
- Free T4: Measures the active, unbound form of thyroxine, reflecting thyroid hormone activity.
Metabolic Health
- Insulin Fasting: Measures insulin, a hormone that helps regulate blood glucose and fat metabolism.
Prostate Health
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA): Measures a protein that can help assess prostate health.
Benefits
- Evaluates key hormones tied to energy, mood, and sexual health.
- Assesses thyroid function through TSH and Free T4.
- Checks blood sugar regulation with an insulin measurement.
- Includes PSA to help you monitor prostate health.
- Reviews adrenal and growth-related hormones, including DHEA-S and IGF-1.
Who Is This Test For?
- Men who want a broader look at their hormone balance.
- Men noticing changes in energy, mood, or sexual function.
- Men interested in monitoring prostate health markers.
- Men who want to track thyroid and metabolic health together.
- Men working with a healthcare provider on hormone-related concerns.
How It Works
- Order Your Test Online
- Visit a Local Lab
- Get Results Online
FAQ
1. What is the purpose of this test?
This panel looks at several groups of hormones together, including reproductive hormones (testosterone and estradiol), adrenal and growth hormones (DHEA-S and IGF-1), thyroid function (TSH and Free T4), a metabolic marker (insulin), and a prostate health marker (PSA). Together, these results give you a broader view of how different hormone systems in your body are working. This panel does not diagnose any condition on its own.
2. Who would benefit from this test?
Men who want a wider view of their hormone health, including reproductive, thyroid, metabolic, adrenal, and prostate-related markers, may benefit from this panel. It can be useful for men noticing changes in energy, mood, or sexual function, as well as those who want to keep an eye on prostate health markers over time.
3. When should I order this panel?
You may consider ordering this panel if you want a general check of your hormone health, or if you and your healthcare provider want to monitor these markers over time. It can also be useful as part of an ongoing conversation about energy, mood, or sexual health changes.
4. Do I need to fast before this test?
Yes. Fasting for at least 12 hours is required. You should also stop biotin consumption 72 hours before collection and avoid collecting during or after heparin administration.
5. How quickly will I get results?
Results are typically available in 3-4 days. Results may take longer based on weather, holiday, or lab delays.
6. How do I interpret the results?
Patterns across multiple biomarkers are often more meaningful than any single value on its own. Rather than focusing on one result in isolation, it helps to look at how your hormone levels relate to one another and to your overall health picture. Always discuss your results with a healthcare provider who can interpret them in the context of your health history.
Disclaimer: Reference ranges may vary by laboratory. Listed ranges are general guidelines and may differ from those used by the performing lab. Always consult your healthcare provider for interpretation.
7. What should I do if my results are abnormal?
If any of your results fall outside the expected range, reach out to your healthcare provider to discuss what they mean for you. They can help place your results in context and recommend any appropriate next steps.
8. How often should I get tested?
How often you test can depend on your individual health goals and history. Many men choose to test periodically to track changes over time, as directed by your healthcare provider.
9. Why early detection matters
Regularly checking hormone-related markers may help support earlier awareness of changes in your reproductive, thyroid, metabolic, adrenal, and prostate health. This ongoing awareness can support more informed conversations with your healthcare provider over time.
Pre-test preparation
Fast for 12 hours and stop taking biotin at least 72 hours before collection. Complete testing before starting a Schilling test, transfusion, or B12 therapy, and avoid testing during or after heparin administration. Obtain the required specimen container from the lab using your lab order. For PSA testing, avoid ejaculation and strenuous exercise for 72 hours before testing and wait at least six weeks after a prostate biopsy.
Do not stop prescribed medication unless instructed by your healthcare provider.
