The aging process is inevitable. However, restoring lost male vitality is within reach. The hormones involved in this restoration can now be collectively measured in one salivary sample using the regular or expanded Male Hormone Panels™ (MHP™ and eMHP™).
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Male Hormone Panel
The Diagnos-Techs™ Male Hormone Panels (MHP and eMHP) use
non-invasive saliva testing to evaluate levels of various hormones involved in
male reproductive and sexual function. These panels include tests for seven
to nine different hormones in order to give a comprehensive picture of male
hormonal balance. Information about your hormone levels can be valuable
when evaluating for conditions related to infertility, sexual dysfunction, and
andropause—an age-related decline in male hormone levels.
The following 7 hormones are evaluated in the Male Hormone Panel (MHP):
Testosterone – This hormone is produced in the testes and is necessary for healthy
male reproductive function. Testosterone helps to preserve lean body mass, bone
density, cognitive function, red blood cell count, and libido.
DHEA – A hormone produced in the adrenal glands that is a precursor to testosterone
and estrogen. Too much or too little DHEA can lead to abnormal levels of these
hormones. Supplementation of DHEA is common in hormone replacement therapy.
Androstenedione - Another important reproductive hormone precursor.
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) – Conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone
frequently increases with age. Excess DHT is associated with enlargement of the
prostate or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and male-pattern baldness.
Estrogens (Estrone and Estradiol): Frequently thought of as only “female hormones”,
estrogens play an important role in male health as well. Increased estrogen levels in
males have been associated with breast enlargement, prostate cancer, fat redistribution
and obesity. Lowering estrogen levels can be helpful in treating symptoms of andropause.
Progesterone – Usually progesterone is perceived as a “female
hormone” as well, however it is also produced in males and is a
precursor to testosterone and estrogens. Elevated progesterone
may be due to unintentional exposure and can lead to elevations
in other hormones.
Using a single saliva sample, the Male Hormone Panel
(MHP) measures seven hormones.
The Expanded Male Hormone
Panel (eMHP) includes all 7 of the
previously mentioned tests with
the addition of:
Follicle stimulating hormone
(FSH) – FSH is a hormone that
stimulates sperm production. It
is released from the pituitary
gland in the brain.
Luteinizing hormone (LH) – LH is
another pituitary hormone, which
stimulates testosterone production
by the testes.
With these two additional tests our
Expanded Male Hormone Panel can
give more information about the
possible underlying cause of many
common male hormone problems.
The Male Hormone Panel (MHP)
can uncover hormone imbalances
and deficiencies that may
contribute to:
• Decreased libido
• Erectile dysfunction
• Sleep disorders
• Decreased muscle mass
and strength
• General fatigue/
decreased energy
• Irritability and depression
• Hair loss or thinning
• Increased fat accumulation
• Urinary problems such as
increased frequency, incomplete
emptying, or interrupted stream
• Decreased bone density
or osteoporosis
• Increased risk for coronary artery
disease or heart attack
• Compromised immune function