Some men are more likely to have Low T than others. There are also certain medical conditions that increase the odds of having Low T,
such as:
- Obesity1
- Diabetes1
- High blood pressure1
- High cholesterol(hyperlipidemia) 1
- Asthma/Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)1
- HIV3
- Osteoporosis1
Increased body fat is a symptom commonly associated with Low T.1
Use the BMI Chart below to determine if you're at a healthy weight using this formula:
BMI = weight(kg)/height(m)2
| Classification | BMI Category (kg/m |
Risk of developing health problems |
|---|---|---|
| Underweight | < 18.5 | Increased |
| Normal Weight | 18.5 - 24.9 | Least |
| Overweight | 25.0 - 29.9 | Increased |
| Obese class I | 30.0 - 34.9 | High |
| Obese class II | 35.0 - 39.9 | Very high |
| Obese class III | >= 40.0 | Extremely high |
Note: For persons 65 years and older the 'normal' range may begin slightly above BMI 18.5 and extend into the 'overweight' range.
Determining if you have Low T
Call your doctor and make an appointment to discuss your testosterone level. Your doctor can determine your testosterone levels (T levels) with a standard blood test, just like the doctor tests for other medical conditions. To confirm if you have Low T, your doctor may conduct a second blood test.
