High Total Testosterone: what it means
A Total Testosterone result above the normal range is considered high. Here is what a raised Total Testosterone can point to, and when it is worth discussing with a doctor.
Reference range: 300–1000 ng/dL (adult males morning); 15–70 (adult females)
Understand your full resultWhat a high Total Testosterone can mean
- In women: PCOS — most common; usually with elevated free androgen index, irregular periods, acne, hirsutism.
- Congenital adrenal hyperplasia, androgen-secreting tumour — rarer.
- Anabolic steroid use, testosterone replacement overdose — exogenous source.
- In men: rarely a concern in routine practice; very high points to exogenous use or testicular tumour.
When to discuss with a doctor
In a man with persistent symptoms (low libido, fatigue, erectile dysfunction) and morning total testosterone <300 ng/dL on two occasions, an endocrinology / urology consultation is appropriate to decide on replacement vs investigating the cause. In a woman with elevated testosterone plus irregular cycles or hirsutism, a PCOS work-up is the usual next step. Mediora.AI surfaces the threshold; replacement therapy belongs with a physician.
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