In Detail
There is no universal age at which everyone should have hormone testing — symptoms drive the decision. Persistent fatigue, unexplained weight changes, fragmented sleep, new or worsening mood symptoms, declining libido, hot flashes or night sweats, brain fog, or simply a sense of not feeling like yourself are all reasonable reasons to seek evaluation.
For women, the perimenopausal years (typically late thirties through early fifties) are a common time for evaluation. For men, symptoms of low testosterone can appear at any age and warrant testing when present. Both sexes benefit from a baseline assessment in midlife to inform future decisions.
Lab values alone are not the answer — they must be interpreted alongside symptoms, history, and goals. A consultation is the right starting point.