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This column identifies the specific test administered.
The "Result" column is "YOUR" personal number for a specific test. If your number falls within the "Reference Interval" it would be considered "Normal."
A "Flag" tells you that your number for a specific test falls outside the "Normal" range of the "Reference Interval." It is recommended that you consult with your physician.
Reference Interval refers to the "normal range" of what 95% of the population would receive on any given test . One number is "High" the other is "Low (for example 4.0 - 10.5). A test number that is above or below any Reference Interval would be considered outside the "Normal" range.
This does not necessarily imply your are at risk or have a health problem, though it is recommended to discuss your flags with your doctor.
Testosterone is important for maintaining lean muscle mass, assertiveness, and bone density. It is also important for warding off depression, increasing libido, and maintaining the health and sensitivity of the vaginal tissues.
Testosterone that is not bound to proteins in your body and is bioavailable or "circulating free" in the blood. Represents about 2 percent of total testosterone.
Estradiol levels are used to help evaluate ovarian function. Estradiol is also sometimes used to monitor menopausal hormone replacement therapy. Its main use has been in the differential diagnosis of amenorrhea (for example, to determine whether the cause is menopause, pregnancy, or a medical problem).
TSH promotes the growth of the thyroid gland and stimulates it to produce more thyroid hormones. Thyroid hormones are essential for the function of every cell in the body.
Progesterone levels vary throughout the menstrual cycle and can be used to help recognize and manage some causes of infertility. Progesterone can be measured to determine whether or not a woman has ovulated, to determine when ovulation occurred, and to monitor the success of induced ovulation.
DHEA serves as precursor to male and female sex hormones (androgens and estrogens). Low levels are associated with a number of conditions including type 2 diabetes and adrenal insufficiency.
A hormone produced in the adrenal glands. Insufficient amounts of cortisol can cause nonspecific symptoms such as weight loss, muscle weakness, fatigue, low blood pressure, and abdominal pain.
Your result for this test is higher or lower than usually represented in 95% of the population. It DOES NOT necessarily imply you are at risk or have a health problem, though it is recommended you discuss the flag with your doctor.
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