Testosterone Replacement Therapy
摘要
Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is indicated for the treatment of symptomatic hypogonadism. TRT increases libido, improves erectile quality and builds lean muscle mass, and bone mineralization whilst reducing body fat. A suspected diagnosis of low testosterone is confirmed with two morning fasting total testosterone levels taken between 07.00 and 11.00. Patients with levels greater than 12 nmol/l (3.5 ng/ml) are unlikely to benefit from TRT whilst those below 8 nmol/l and those between 8 and 12 nmol/l suffering significant symptoms are most likely to benefit. Where clinical, and biochemical doubt, remains a free testosterone of <220 pmol/l is indicative of a more positive response to TRT.