Testosterone Tests

Oftentimes, women experiencing irregular or no periods, low libido, fertility problems, or the appearance of masculine features undergo testosterone tests to detect the presence of either a surplus or deficit of testosterone.

Testosterone levels can also fluctuate because of more serious conditions such as ovarian or adrenal tumors or Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS).

The following table shows the standard test ranges of hormones in women at different stages of their life. It’s worth noting that both pregnancy and contraceptives (not reflected in the table below) can cause normal hormone levels to change dramatically.

Ranges of Hormones in Women

Hormone

Total testosterone - morning sample (nanograms per deciliter or nano-moles per liter)

Age

Amount

6 - 86 ng/dl ( 0.21 - 2.98 nmol/L)

Free testosterone - morning sample (picrograms per milliliter or pico-moles per liter)

20 – 40 yr

0.6 – 3.1 pg/ml ( 20.8 – 107.5 pmol/L)

41 – 60 yr

0.4 – 2.5 pg/ml ( 13.9 – 86.7 pmol/L)

61 – 80 yr

0.2 – 2.0 pg/ml ( 6.9 – 69.3 pmol/L)

From the chart above , it is possible to see how testosterone levels get affected according to age. While women age, testosterone levels decrease, as well as others hormones in women´s bodies. An effective way to measure its levels is by using blood tests.

testosterone tests

• Blood tests: Usually performed in the morning, they are simple test that accurately identify testosterone levels in women. Results are generally available within two to three days.

After careful examination, and if testosterone has been recognized as the source of discomfort in women, they will be relieved to learn that many symptoms related to testosterone imbalance can be relieved if the imbalance is treated directly at the source.

One more thing to bear in mind is that either high or low levels of testosterone will cause uncomfortable health conditions. Continue reading to find out about different testosterone levels and what they mean.

Treatments for Testosterone Imbalance

The effects of testosterone on the body vary depending on whether there is a testosterone surplus or deficit, but both result in uncomfortable and inconvenient symptoms. Fortunately, many treatment options exist. Click here for more information on treatments for testosterone imbalance.

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