posted Wed, 09/09/2015 - 13:53
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If someone were to take a blood panel test (i.e. CBC w/Diff, Lipid Panel) while being on a cycle the AAS would cause certain values to be inherently higher (e.g. cholesterol is the first one I can think of). Is this enough to accuse someone of steroid usage?
Have never done blood work myself with the intent of checking levels, but have had it done as a physical and my cholesterol and RDW was higher than the normal range. On cycle now and getting ready to be taking another panel for an employer physical hence the question.
Appreciate your input. Sorry the original post was worded clumsily.
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Abnormal BW doesnt necessarily point to AAS use. Increased Red Cell Distribution Width means u have old RBCs with many new RBCs forming, which will theoretically get your doc thinking about why it is happening. The doc wont necessarily think aas use, unless u tell him, or her. High cholesterol would be a diet question first, or stress. Main thing doc will do is prescribe meds to lower cholesterol. U can get your RDW lower by donating blood. So if ur on cycle now, and have a test coming up, donate some blood before u go for the test.
Thank you. I was wondering whether or not high values in the CBC and lipid test would immediately raise a red flag without the individual being tested disclosing AAS use.
If someone were to take a blood panel test (i.e. CBC w/Diff, Lipid Panel) while being on a cycle the AAS would cause certain values to be inherently higher (e.g. cholesterol is the first one I can think of). Is this enough to accuse someone of steroid usage?
Have never done blood work myself with the intent of checking levels, but have had it done as a physical and my cholesterol and RDW was higher than the normal range. On cycle now and getting ready to be taking another panel for an employer physical hence the question.
Appreciate your input. Sorry the original post was worded clumsily.
That's a pretty bold accusation to make without proof... higher cholesterol and other values have many other origins besides aas usage. If docs were to point to aas and not clear other causes first they'd be out of a profession because of the lawsuits.
Yes, that is true. Albeit, the caveat being a medical officer linking the high values with a built marine and putting both together. Unlikely and somewhat of a stretch due to the impersonal nature of the test administered.
Last time I got hit with one (cannot remember if I was on or on PCT) my cholesterol and RBC was high. The doc said I had the lowest HDL he had ever seen and for some reason asked me if I take a lot of fish oil.
Can u rephrase your post? I kind of get what you are tryng to say, but i want to make sure we all understand. Thanks.
thank you, reworded above.