OVERVIEW:
What is the total testosterone (serum) lab test?
A total testosterone (serum) lab test is a blood test that measures the level of hormone testosterone present in the blood.
Why is the total testosterone (serum) lab test done?
A total testosterone (serum) lab test is done in order to:
- Diagnose decreased sex drive in men and women,
- Diagnose infertility in men and women,
- Diagnose erectile dysfunction in men,
- Diagnose tumors of testicles in men,
- Find out the cause behind early or late puberty in boys,
- Find out the cause behind excess hair growth or development of masculine features in women,
- Find out the cause behind irregular periods in women.
