Testosterone is a steroid hormone that is the main male hormone in the human body. Male testosterone is mainly secreted by testicular interstitial cells, while female testosterone mainly comes from the peripheral transformation of hormone precursors by the ovaries, adrenal cortex, and non endocrine tissues. Many foods have a significant impact on testosterone, such as the high cholesterol content in animal organs, which is an important raw material for synthesizing sex hormones. Eating can affect testosterone levels, leading to inaccurate testosterone test results. Therefore, it is recommended to undergo a testosterone test on an empty stomach and not drink water before the test.
The testosterone levels of adult males fluctuate between 14-25.4 nmol/L, while those of adult females fluctuate between 1.3-2.8 nmol/L. The testosterone level of male children should be less than 8.8nmol/L, and the testosterone level of female children should be less than 0.7nmol/L. The testosterone levels of pregnant women fluctuate between 2.7 and 5.3 nmol/L. If abnormal testosterone levels are detected, the cause should be further screened in a timely manner, and treatment for the primary disease should be carried out according to medical advice.
