Why do bodybuilders need to get tested?

Blood tests help bodybuilders understand their health and fitness levels to tailor training for result maximization. These may also be useful for finding any underlying health disorders that could affect a bodybuilder's performance. For example, a low red blood cell count may cause fatigue, while a high one can lead to blood clots.

How often do bodybuilders need to be tested?

Ideally, blood tests are required monthly to ensure that the bodybuilder’s health and fitness levels are within safe limits.

What are the most important blood tests for bodybuilders?

The most important blood tests for bodybuilders are: Testosterone free and total Estradiol IGF-1 Complete Blood Count (CBC) Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) Prostate-Specific Antigen Thyroid profile Lipid profile Together, these tests can provide great information on the overall health of the bodybuilder and monitor hormone replacement therapy if it's needed.

How to read estradiol blood test results?

An adult male should have an estradiol level of 10–40 picograms per milliliter (pg/mL) and an estrone level of 10–50 pg/ml. If your results are outside of the normal reference ranges, you should seek guidance from a physician.

Why is it important to include an estradiol blood test?

Even though estradiol is a female sex hormone, both men and women produce it. An imbalance of estradiol in men can help detect a relative estrogen excess due to a testosterone or androgen deficiency.

Why is it important to include an IGF-1 blood test?

IGF-1 (Insulin Growth Factor) is a hormone produced by the liver that regulates muscle development, protein metabolism, and bone growth. IGF-1 is linked to inflammation and insulin resistance, increasing diabetes and heart disease risk.

Do I need to visit a doctor?

Nope. You don't need a doctor's visit to get a test with us.

How do I get my results?

You'll get your results via email as soon as they are available. We will notify you via SMS as well. You can also see them at any time in the future right in your dashboard where you can easily share them with your professional and compare them side by side with future tests.

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Men's Hormone Medium Test

Reveal the reasons behind low energy
Pinpoint causes of weight gain
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^$191

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You earn: 191 pts

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Bodybuilder's Hormone Test

Pinpoint the cause of muscle fatigue
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Before starting any Hormone Replacement Therapy regimen a baseline of certain laboratory tests are recommended. It is also important to have regular lab testing to ensure the prescribed therapy is working as intended. Hormone Therapy programs vary by prescriber as well as the recommended lab tests for baseline assessment and monitoring. The lab tests listed on this page are the tests that are most popular with body builders.

HSA/FSA accepted

Men's Hormone Light Test (Men Only)

Pinpoint the cause of low energy
Reveal hidden factors affecting your mood
Confirm your testosterone levels with certainty

^$ 84

You earn: 84 pts

What’s included

HSA/FSA accepted

Women's Hormone Light Test

Reveal hormone imbalances affecting your mood
Pinpoint causes of irregular menstrual cycles
Clarify reasons behind unexpected weight changes

^$ 86

You earn: 86 pts

What’s included

HSA/FSA accepted

Men's Hormone Medium Test

Reveal the reasons behind low energy
Pinpoint causes of weight gain
Confirm your testosterone levels accurately

^$ 191

You earn: 191 pts

What’s included

HSA/FSA accepted

Women's Hormone Medium Test

Pinpoint the cause of mood swings
Reveal hidden factors behind weight gain
Clarify the reasons for irregular periods

^$ 230

You earn: 230 pts

What’s included

HSA/FSA accepted

Men's Hormones & Biochemical Test

Pinpoint the cause of low energy
Reveal hidden hormone imbalances
Expose reasons behind weight fluctuations

^$ 364

You earn: 364 pts

What’s included

FAQ

Why do bodybuilders need to get tested?

Blood tests help bodybuilders understand their health and fitness levels to tailor training for result maximization. These may also be useful for finding any underlying health disorders that could affect a bodybuilder's performance. For example, a low red blood cell count may cause fatigue, while a high one can lead to blood clots.
How often do bodybuilders need to be tested?

Ideally, blood tests are required monthly to ensure that the bodybuilder’s health and fitness levels are within safe limits.
What are the most important blood tests for bodybuilders?
The most important blood tests for bodybuilders are:
- Testosterone free and total
- Estradiol
- IGF-1
- Complete Blood Count (CBC)
- Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
- Prostate-Specific Antigen
- Thyroid profile
- Lipid profile
Together, these tests can provide great information on the overall health of the bodybuilder and monitor hormone replacement therapy if it's needed.
How to read estradiol blood test results?

An adult male should have an estradiol level of 10⁠–⁠40 picograms per milliliter (pg/mL) and an estrone level of 10⁠–50 pg/ml. If your results are outside of the normal reference ranges, you should seek guidance from a physician.
Why is it important to include an estradiol blood test?

Even though estradiol is a female sex hormone, both men and women produce it. An imbalance of estradiol in men can help detect a relative estrogen excess due to a testosterone or androgen deficiency.
Why is it important to include an IGF-1 blood test?

IGF-1 (Insulin Growth Factor) is a hormone produced by the liver that regulates muscle development, protein metabolism, and bone growth. IGF-1 is linked to inflammation and insulin resistance, increasing diabetes and heart disease risk.
Do I need to visit a doctor?

Nope. You don't need a doctor's visit to get a test with us.
How do I get my results?

You'll get your results via email as soon as they are available. We will notify you via SMS as well. You can also see them at any time in the future right in your dashboard where you can easily share them with your professional and compare them side by side with future tests.
Does my lab prescription expire?

We're the only lab that honors your lab order forever.