Hi Joziel,
I’m not the right person to properly explain SHBG so bear with me as I’m going through my notes from first appointment.
It’s a transport protein which delivers T,E & DHT to cells. If SHBG is too high it binds itself to the hormone so that the cell can’t access it.
Too low and the tissues potentially get too much hormone.
I *think* SHBG is usually tested regarding testosterone levels to determine Free Androgen Index either before starting T or around 3 months into treatment.
AFAIK it’s more likely to inhibit T.
Flan747, my doc insists that blood tests are taken first thing in the morning, have your readings fluctuated? I don’t think SHBG levels are affected just by estrogen. I was given quite a list of lifestyle ‘suggestions’
