Importance Of Normal Testosterone Levels In Females

Testosterone levels in women

Even though most people refer to testosterone as only a man’s hormone, it is also necessary for women. Yes, it is primarily for men, but the importance of normal testosterone levels in females should never be overlooked. Women need testosterone for the following reasons:

Strong sexual libido Strong immune system
Reduction of hot flashes Less sickness like the cold or the flu
Reduction of night sweats Ability to maintain a healthy weight
Elimination of vaginal dryness Strong bone mineral density
Ability to fantasize Less risk for developing osteoporosis
Stronger skin elasticity Lower cholesterol
Less facial wrinkles Less risk for heart disease, heart attack
or stroke
Less noticeable crow’s feet around eyes Lower triglyceride levels
Less sagging of skin Less risk for developing diabetes
Healthier hair Better ability to manage diabetes
Nails that grow strong Stronger memory
An overall more youthful looking
appearance
Less forgetfulness
Emotional stability An overall stronger mental acuity
Less mood swings Growing organs
Less irritability Better ability to sleep soundly at night
Less agitation Less sleep disturbances
Less depression and anxiety Greater ability to concentrate and focus
Lowering of stress levels  

The symptoms that occur when female testosterone levels become too low are not much different, if at all different than what happens to men with low T. Women just need less of the hormone running through their systems. When they participate in testosterone replacement therapy, they will receive a prescription for a cream and not injections.

Let’s look at what normal, low and high levels of testosterone in women should look like.

What Are Normal, Low And High Levels Of Testosterone In Women

Women need testosterone. That is something that most people do not realize, as they believe that testosterone is a “man’s hormone” and that only men get diagnosed with low T. Women need it for many reasons and their levels should remain within normal range in order for them to keep optimal health as the years pass and they grow older.

Here is a chart of average testosterone levels in women that should only be used as a guide. Clinics may vary in what testosterone ranges they believe are low, normal and high for women.

Average Testosterone Levels in Women
Over age 30
Total testosterone: 15 – 70 ng/dL
 
Over age 40:
Total testosterone: 12.75 – 63.75 ng/dL
 
Over age 50:
Total testosterone: 10.8 – 54.19 ng/dL
 
Over age 60:
Total testosterone: 9.21 – 46.06 ng/dL

Why it is important to keep normal testosterone levels in women?

Without T levels being within normal range in women, they may experience symptoms that will take away their quality of life. Testosterone levels should be tested when women start to experience the signs of aging that are quite normal, but do not have to slow a woman down – Not when there is testosterone replacement therapy to help her.

High testosterone levels in women when she is:

  • Over 30 years old are considered to be anything over 70 ng/dL
  • Over 40 years old are considered to be anything over 63.75 ng/dL
  • Over 50 years old are considered to be anything over 54.19 ng/dL
  • Over 60 years old are considered to be anything over 46.06 ng/dL

Normal testosterone levels in women when she is:

  • Over 30 years old are considered to be anything between 15 – 70 ng/dL
  • Over 40 years old are considered to be anything between 12.75 – 63.75 ng/dL
  • Over 50 years old are considered to be anything between 10.8 – 54.19 ng/dL
  • Over 60 years old are considered to be anything between 9.21 – 46.06 ng/dL

Low testosterone levels in women

  • Over 30 years old are considered to be anything under 15 ng/dL
  • Over 40 years old are considered to be anything under 12.75 ng/dL
  • Over 50 years old are considered to be anything under 10.8 ng/dL
  • Over 60 years old are considered to be anything under 9.21 ng/dL

A woman has a much better chance of staying healthy mind and body with great energy, vitality and a desire for living if she maintains her testosterone levels within their suggested normal ranges. HT Medical Center has professionals that help with this kind of therapy to easily, quickly and safely bring T levels to a gentle balance.