Blood testing is an essential step in understanding testosterone and hormone health.
At IGML, blood tests are used to confirm whether a genuine testosterone deficiency may be present, rule out other medical causes of symptoms, and ensure that any treatment pathway is safe and clinically appropriate.
Testing is only recommended after an initial consultation, and pathology results are reviewed by our Australian registered doctor. Our testing protocols are outlined by Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and the Endocrine Society of Australia (ESA)
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After your initial Free Consultation if you wish to proceed, we will forward an email for you to order your pathology test. Visit a pathology collection centre and undertake your test. Your routine results will be sent to you by email and SMS within 24-48 hours of collection.
Once your results are available, we send them to our TRT doctor or clinic as soon as possible. Our clinicians will review your hormone levels and safety markers before confirming whether Testosterone Replacement Therapy is suitable for you.
Yes. A review consultation is essential. During this appointment, our doctor will explain your results, assess your symptoms, confirm your eligibility for TRT, and outline next steps in your treatment plan.
TRT can only be prescribed after a doctor has assessed both your symptoms and your blood test results. This ensures treatment is medically appropriate, safe, and aligned with Australian guidelines for managing low testosterone.
If your results are borderline, your doctor may request repeat morning testing or additional hormone investigations (such as SHBG, LH/FSH, prolactin, or thyroid panels) to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other causes.
If your results don’t meet the criteria for TRT, your clinician may:
Not all symptoms associated with low testosterone are caused by testosterone deficiency.
Absolutely. Your initial tests become your baseline, used to track your progress and safety if you begin TRT. These figures are important for all future reviews and adjustments.
Sometimes, yes. If any markers are abnormal — such as high haematocrit, elevated prolactin, liver or kidney issues, or prostate concerns. Your doctor may require additional testing before providing clearance for TRT.
We can confirm eligibility shortly after reviewing your results, typically during your follow-up appointment. Approval is based on both clinical symptoms and pathology findings.
Your IGML doctor will discuss:
The steps you complete after pathology testing ensure that TRT is:
Proper review protects your long-term health and ensures the treatment delivers real, measurable benefits.
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