Where to get a blood test uk before starting dutasteride ? Finasteride/Dutasteride 8/3/2024
A user in England seeks advice on where to get a custom blood test for DHT, PRL, estradiol, SHBG, testosterone, and free testosterone before starting dutasteride. They want a baseline measurement before beginning treatment.
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