Symptoms & Diagnosis: How Do I Get My Androgen Levels Tested?
Question by jennys_girlfriend: How do I get my androgen levels tested?
I have all the textbook “symptoms” of high androgen levels but I want to find out for sure. What kind of doctor does this sort of thing? Or where could I go?
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Answer by Reva P
Your family doctor can order any types of tests and can interpret the results. Just ask. S/he can also help to treat many problems. If there is something that is beyond the scope of his/her knowledge, you will be referred to the appropriate specialist. In this case, that might be an endocrinologist and not a GYN. But start with your GP, always.
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