Self-test for your “T Factor”

Testosterone is always a factor in your life but it becomes a problem only if you have any of the symptoms of hypogonadism associated with low testosterone. It’s important to remember that only your health care provider can tell if you have a low testosterone level. However, if you want to do a quick check to see if you may have low testosterone, fill out this short questionnaire (see below). It will only take a few minutes. You may want to fill it out in private as it asks some pretty personal questions. Also, be as honest as possible. This quiz works best when you answer the questions as truthfully as you can.

Questionnaire for Your "T Factor"

	Question	Check One
1	Do you find that you don’t feel like having sex as much as you used to (a decrease in libido)?	Yes No
2	Do you have a lack of energy?	Yes No
3	Do you have a decrease in strength and/or endurance?	Yes No
4	Have you lost height?	Yes No
5	Have you noticed a decreased “enjoyment of life”?	Yes No
6	Are you sad and/or grumpy?	Yes No
7	Are your erections less strong?	Yes No
8	Have you noted a recent deterioration in your ability to play sports?	Yes No
9	Are you falling asleep after dinner?	Yes No
10	Has there been a recent deterioration in your performance at work?	Yes No

Androgen Deficiency in Aging Men Questionnaire, John Morley, M.D.,
Saint Louis University School of Medicine, June 1997

How to score your test

If you answered “yes” to questions #1 and #7, or if any 3 other answers are “yes,” this may indicate you have testosterone deficiency. Appropriate laboratory tests and an evaluation by your health care provider is recommended. Be sure to show your answers to your health care provider and ask about low testosterone associated with hypogonadism.

If your doctor recommends a laboratory test to check your testosterone levels, you should schedule your test as soon as possible. Once you have the results, your may want to keep a record of your lab test results so you and your doctor can monitor your progress.