SHBG

Also known as: Testosterone-oestrogen binding globulin; ToBG

Formal name: Sex hormone binding globulin

Related tests: Testosterone; free testosterone; bioavailable testosterone

At a Glance

Why Get Tested?

To help evaluate whether the concentration of SHBG is affecting the amount of testosterone available to the body’s tissues

When to Get Tested?

If your total testosterone results seem inconsistent with clinical signs, suggesting a testosterone deficiency or excess production

Sample Required?

A blood sample drawn from a vein in your arm

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