Sex Hormone Panel (Comprehensive)
What This Test Measures
Total/Free Testosterone, Estradiol, Progesterone, DHEA-S, SHBG
Conventional vs. Functional Optimal Range
The gap between these ranges is why you feel terrible with "normal" labs. Conventional medicine waits for disease. Functional medicine optimizes for health.
Gabriel's Take
Comprehensive hormone panels reveal the full picture: Total/Free Testosterone, Estradiol, Progesterone, DHEA-S, SHBG, LH, FSH. Men need balanced T and E2. Women need cycle-appropriate levels. SHBG determines free hormone availability. Optimize hormones for energy, mood, libido, longevity.
When This Test Is High
Varies by hormone: see individual hormone entries
When This Test Is Low
Varies by hormone: see individual hormone entries
Related Conditions
Hormone imbalances, infertility, menopause, andropause
Recommended Follow-Up
Optimize each hormone to functional range; consider BHRT if needed
Related Tests in Comprehensive Panels
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Glucose, kidney function (BUN, creatinine), electrolytes (Na, K, Cl, CO2), calcium
Liver Function Panel
Liver health: enzymes (ALT, AST, ALP), protein production (albumin), bilirubin
Kidney Function Panel
Kidney filtration and waste removal