Testosterone is a vital hormone that plays a key role in the human body. As the primary male sex hormone, testosterone is responsible for the development of male reproductive tissues and promoting secondary sexual characteristics such as:
Testosterone also contributes to:
In males, testosterone is primarily produced in the testes with a small amount also secreted by the adrenal glands. The hypothalamus and pituitary gland in the brain regulate testosterone production through a feedback loop.
Levels peak during adolescence and early adulthood, then slowly decline with age. A healthy range is generally 300-1,000 ng/dL with the optimal level varying by age.
Abnormally low testosterone, known as male hypogonadism, can cause adverse symptoms like:
If clinically low, testosterone can be replaced through:
Proper testosterone treatment at Optimal Balance Hormone Therapy can relieve symptoms and help men feel healthier, stronger, and more energetic.