CBC

Complete Blood Count

This test will be performed every time that a follow up test is due. It may also be done in the interim to document that your blood is not getting too thick.

• This is one of the tests that will be done every time that you retest for a renewal of prescriptions.

• Testosterone may increase the thickness of your blood (increase in red blood cells).

• If your blood gets too thick, a single or double donation to the blood bank will be necessary (some states or conditions may require an order from the physician).

• If you cannot donate blood, then the doctor will write a prescription for a therapeutic donation. Your blood will not be used and thrown away.

Environmental or Behavioral factors that may increase the thickness of your blood:

• Smoking

• Living in high altitudes

• Dehydration (this will make your blood more concentrated)

• Sleep Apnea