Men over 35 need six tests once a year Doctor Ostrovskaya: Men over 35 need six tests once a year 11:15

All men over 35 are recommended to undergo six tests per year: to assess the level of testosterone, prolactin, luteinizing hormone (LH), follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), globulin and vitamin D. An endocrinologist, a specialist in preventive medicine, told socialbites.ca about this and the anti-aging drug of the European Medical Center EMC Elena Ostrovskaya.

Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) is produced by the pituitary gland and sperm synthesis depends on it.

“FSH levels should be monitored primarily in young men who have problems with testosterone production or potency, as well as in men who plan to have children. This analysis is mandatory if infertility is suspected or present: it will help assess the adequacy of sperm production,” said the doctor.

Increased prolactin levels can negatively affect testosterone levels. High prolactin levels can be caused by a number of factors, including pituitary tumors, stress, excessive protein intake, lack of sleep or sleep problems such as apnea, heavy exercise, or injury.

“So you need to take all these factors into account when checking your prolactin levels. The doctor said it is better to have the test done in the morning after a full night’s sleep rather than in the evening.

You should also have your testosterone and vitamin D levels tested once a year. Low levels can lead to a decrease in testosterone, which affects the condition of the musculoskeletal system, muscle tissue, bone density, quality of ligaments, cartilage and joints, hemoglobin levels and production of red blood cells.

Luteinizing hormone (LH) also stimulates testosterone production. An overweight person may have low LH levels because of damage to the pituitary gland or high estrogen levels.

“Sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG) plays an important role in assessing men’s health, so its levels should also be assessed annually. SHBG is produced in the liver, and if there is too much of this protein in the male body, then there will be little free testosterone. SHBG levels can be increased in people with insulin resistance and liver pathologies, Ostrovskaya said.

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