Sample Type
Serum
Parameters
1
Report Time
4 Hrs
Fasting
No fasting required.
The Testosterone Total, Serum test measures the total amount of testosterone circulating in the bloodstream. Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone, though it is also produced in smaller amounts in women. It plays a vital role in sexual development, reproductive function, muscle mass, bone density, red blood cell production, and mood. This test is commonly recommended to investigate symptoms of low or high testosterone, such as reduced libido, erectile dysfunction, infertility, fatigue, delayed or early puberty, menstrual irregularities, and signs of hormonal imbalance. It is also used to monitor testosterone replacement therapy and evaluate conditions affecting the testes, ovaries, adrenal glands, or pituitary gland.
