TRT lab requirements
TRT requires specific labs to ensure treatment is safe and appropriate. Depending on your protocol, labs may include:
Testosterone markers
Safety monitoring labs
Hormone regulators
Prostate and hematologic markers
Your clinician will confirm exactly which labs are required for your situation.
Testing options
TRT labs may be completed through:
At-home lab kits provided by Maximus
In-person lab testing (such as Quest Diagnostics)
Your clinician will specify which option applies to you.
Timing for TRT labs
Baseline labs are required before starting treatment
Follow-up labs are typically completed 3–4 weeks after starting or changing a dose
Additional labs may be required before renewals
Completing labs too early or too late may require repeat testing.
Oral vs injectable TRT
Some TRT formulations have different lab timing or consultation requirements. Injectable TRT may require:
Additional safety labs
A video consultation before prescribing
Your clinician will guide you through any required steps.
Using outside labs
If you have recent labs from another provider, you may upload them. Your clinician will determine whether:
The labs are recent enough
Required markers are included
The results meet protocol standards
Outside labs may not always be sufficient.