The Effect of Diurnal Variation on Clinical Measurement of Serum Testosterone and Other Sex Hormone Levels in Men

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Authors

Alvin M. Matsumoto · Geriatric Research Education and Clinical Center

Andre B. Araujo · New England Research (United States)

Abstract

Our results support the recommendation of restricting testosterone measurements to morning hours in both young and older men. Limited diurnal variation in other hormones indicates that sampling through the day is appropriate.

Topics & Keywords

Hormonal and reproductive studies Behavioral Health and Interventions Pharmacology and Obesity Treatment

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism

Volume 94, Issue 3, pp. 907-913

DOI: 10.1210/jc.2008-1902

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