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Sex Hormone Binding Globulin Blood Test
Item # LC082016
Measures SHBG levels, a protein that limits sex hormone activity
Sex Hormone Binding Globulin Blood Test
Item # LC082016
Measures SHBG levels, a protein that limits sex hormone activity
This blood test measures the sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG). Low SHBG may lead to ovarian cysts, diabetes and hypothyroidism, while high SHBG may be associated with hyperthyroidism and anorexia. High SHBG levels may also be linked to breast and testicular cancers.
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Testosterone and estradiol circulate in the bloodstream, bound mostly to sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG) and to some degree other blood proteins. Only a small fraction of the sex hormones are unbound, or "free," and thus biologically active and able to enter a cell and activate its receptor. SHBG decreases the active form of the hormone available to the tissues. Thus, bio-availability of sex hormones is influenced by the level of SHBG. High levels of insulin and androgens decrease SHBG level. On the other hand, thyroid hormone, and estrogen increase it. Conditions with low SHBG include ovarian cysts, diabetes, and hypothyroidism. Conditions with high SHBG include pregnancy, hyperthyroidism, and anorexia. There has recently been research to link high SHBG levels with breast and testicular cancer as well. Instructions Fasting is not required for this test. Take all medications as prescribed. If you are supplementing with any hormones, we suggest taking them approximately 2 hours prior to having your blood drawn to see peak levels. Hormones are best drawn between 8-10 AM. |
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