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SHB

Sex hormone-binding globulin

SHBG

SHBG is a protein produced in the liver that binds to sex hormones such as testosterone and estradiol in the blood.

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SHBG

Sex hormone binding globulin

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What is SHBG?

SHBG stands for sex hormone-binding globulin. When SHBG binds to sex hormones, the amount of free or "bioavailable" sex hormones in the blood decreases. This can affect the effect of sex hormones on various tissues in the body, including sex cells, muscles and bones. Therefore, SHBG levels can play an important role in hormone balance and affect health.

Why analyze SHBG?

An SHBG analysis can be useful in various contexts to estimate hormone balance and help investigate certain conditions.

It can also be used to estimate the percentage of free and thus bioactive testosterone in the blood, which can be useful in suspected testosterone deficiency in men or hyperandrogenism in women which can cause symptoms such as hirsutism (excessive hair growth on the body and face), acne, and increased risk of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal imbalance that can affect fertility.

An analysis of SHBG can also be useful when assessing hormonal imbalance in connection with diseases such as liver cirrhosis, hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, diabetes type 2 and obesity, as well as when assessing the hormonal influence of drugs such as birth control pills.

The effect of the SHBG value on testosterone

When testosterone is released from the testicles, it is transported through the bloodstream to the body's various tissues, where it can bind to androgen receptors and exert its effect. But some of the testosterone is also bound to SHBG, which reduces the amount of free testosterone in the blood and makes it less biologically active.

In this way, SHBG can influence the amount and activity of testosterone in the body.

What can a high SHBG value mean?

A high SHBG value means that more of the biologically available testosterone in the blood is bound to the SHBG protein and thus not freely available to exercise its biological activity. This can lead to the body's tissues receiving less effect from the testosterone.

A high SHBG value can also indicate an increased production of SHBG in the liver. This can be the result of several factors, including high estrogen levels , cirrhosis of the liver, or hyperthyroidism.

For women, high SHBG levels may be associated with reduced fertility, low estrogen levels and increased risk of osteoporosis. In men, high SHBG values can be associated with reduced sexual function and increased risk of osteoporosis.

It is important to note that SHBG is part of a complex hormonal balance, and that high SHBG levels do not necessarily indicate a disease or health problem in itself. It is therefore important to interpret SHBG values together with other hormonal markers and based on the individual context.

What can a low value of SHBG mean?

A low value of SHBG means that less of the biologically available testosterone in the blood is bound to the SHBG protein and thus more freely available to exercise its biological activity. This can lead to the body's tissues getting more effect from the testosterone.

Low levels of SHBG can be caused by several factors, including high levels of androgenic hormones such as testosterone or DHEA, hypothyroidism, insulin resistance or high levels of insulin, and certain medications.

Low levels of SHBG can cause symptoms such as acne, hirsutism (excessive body and facial hair growth), decreased sexual desire and fertility, and increased risk of osteoporosis in women.

Low levels of SHBG can also be a marker for increased risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes.

Reference range - SHBG men and women

  • Premenopausal women, 21-49 years: > 10 nmol/L
  • Women after menopause, > = 50 years: 23-160 nmol/L
  • Men: 21-49 years: 15-95 nmol/L
  • Men: > = 50 years: 22-113 nmol/L

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What does the doctor look at during a health check?

When assessing a blood test or health check, your doctor will look at several different parameters to evaluate your health and identify any abnormalities. Below are some common aspects your doctor may examine:

Blood counts: Your doctor will check red, white and platelet counts to identify any signs of anaemia, infection or bleeding.

Nutrients and biochemical markers: Includes, for example, analysis and monitoring of blood sugar (glucose) levels, electrolyte levels (e.g. sodium, potassium), liver function tests (e.g. liver enzymes), kidney function tests (e.g. creatinine, urea) and lipid profile (e.g. cholesterol, triglycerides). The results of the tests give your doctor a better idea of your organ function, blood sugar level, cholesterol conditions and other important health aspects.

Inflammatory markers: Your doctor may measure health markers such as C-reactive protein (CRP) or red blood cell decrease rate (SR) to evaluate inflammatory conditions or confirm an active infection.

Hormone levels: Your doctor may monitor your hormone levels to assess hormonal imbalances or diseases, such as thyroid hormones (TSH, T3, T4), sex hormones or other specific hormones such as testosterone levels.

Specific tests: Depending on your goal of your health check or medical history, your doctor may look into specific tests to investigate conditions or diseases, such as diabetes, vitamin deficiency or autoimmune diseases.

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What happens if I have abnormal test results?

If your blood count is abnormal, this will be addressed in your personal medical opinion. Depending on the nature and extent of the abnormality, your doctor may also contact you directly through the test result service for further guidance. Various measures and advice will be provided based on the specific abnormalities observed along with your medical history.

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This health check includes an analysis of your biological age. Biological age is a measure of how your body ages at the cellular level compared to your chronological age. Comparing your blood counts with advanced algorithms will give you a deeper insight into your overall health status and how your lifestyle affects your biological aging. Based on the PhenoAge method. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5940111/

Medical comment included

With us, you will always receive a doctor’s opinion from a licensed physician when you order a medical check-up that includes a medical opinion. The doctor’s opinion includes an overall assessment of your results from laboratory analysis. The opinion is individual and may vary depending on the specific tests your medical check-up includes.

What can I expect in the medical report?

The medical opinion will summarize the results of your test results to give you an assessment of your health including any abnormalities outside the reference ranges. In case of abnormalities or need, your doctor may also contact you for a free conversation to explain and talk about your results. Remember that a health check always includes specific test results based on your health and your personal circumstances. Values outside the reference range should therefore always be discussed with a doctor before any decisions regarding possible treatment are made.

What does the doctor look at during a health check?

When assessing a blood test or health check, your doctor will look at several different parameters to evaluate your health and identify any abnormalities. Below are some common aspects your doctor may examine:

Blood counts: Your doctor will check red, white and platelet counts to identify any signs of anaemia, infection or bleeding.

Nutrients and biochemical markers: Includes, for example, analysis and monitoring of blood sugar (glucose) levels, electrolyte levels (e.g. sodium, potassium), liver function tests (e.g. liver enzymes), kidney function tests (e.g. creatinine, urea) and lipid profile (e.g. cholesterol, triglycerides). The results of the tests give your doctor a better idea of your organ function, blood sugar level, cholesterol conditions and other important health aspects.

Inflammatory markers: Your doctor may measure health markers such as C-reactive protein (CRP) or red blood cell decrease rate (SR) to evaluate inflammatory conditions or confirm an active infection.

Hormone levels: Your doctor may monitor your hormone levels to assess hormonal imbalances or diseases, such as thyroid hormones (TSH, T3, T4), sex hormones or other specific hormones such as testosterone levels.

Specific tests: Depending on your goal of your health check or medical history, your doctor may look into specific tests to investigate conditions or diseases, such as diabetes, vitamin deficiency or autoimmune diseases.

In conclusion, the doctor weighs all test results based on the health check to assess your overall health, detect any abnormalities and identify possible underlying medical conditions.

What happens if I have abnormal test results?

If your blood count is abnormal, this will be addressed in your personal medical opinion. Depending on the nature and extent of the abnormality, your doctor may also contact you directly through the test result service for further guidance. Various measures and advice will be provided based on the specific abnormalities observed along with your medical history.

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