Is 400 a good testosterone level?

Testosterone is an important hormone that plays a vital role in men's health and wellbeing. A testosterone level of 400 ng/dL (nanograms per deciliter) is generally considered low for adult men. The normal reference range is typically 300-1,000 ng/dL, but optimal levels are towards the higher end of that range.
There are a few key points to understand about a testosterone level of 400 ng/dL:

A level of 400 ng/dL is below the average for healthy young men. The average testosterone level for men ages 30-35 is approximately 630 ng/dL. So a level of 400 is on the low side.

A testosterone level below 300 ng/dL is officially diagnosed as hypogonadism (low testosterone). A level of 400 ng/dL indicates your testosterone is lower than optimal, but not yet clinically low.

At 400 ng/dL, it's common to start experiencing mild symptoms associated with low testosterone:
- Decreased sex drive and erectile dysfunction
- Reduced energy levels and endurance
- Increased body fat, especially around the abdomen
- Mood changes like irritability or depression

There can be various causes for a testosterone level of 400 ng/dL at a young age, including:
- Chronic stress
- Obesity
- Insufficient sleep
- Recreational drug use
- Certain medications

A level of 400 ng/dL puts you at higher long-term risk of developing more severe low testosterone (hypogonadism). It warrants further evaluation and consideration of treatment if symptoms persist.

In summary, 400 ng/dL is below optimal for most men and can start to cause mild low testosterone symptoms. It may benefit from treatment and lifestyle changes to boost your testosterone.

If you're concerned about a testosterone level around 400 ng/dL, speak to your doctor about further testing or schedule a consultation with an anti-aging specialist. Balance & Renew Clinic specializes in customized testosterone optimization programs to help men achieve peak vitality and performance.

Now let's dive deeper into some key information about testosterone levels:

Normal Testosterone Ranges

Testosterone levels vary widely between men across different life stages:

Pubertal onset: 150-200 ng/dL

Teens: 300-1,200 ng/dL

20s to 30s: 400-1,000 ng/dL

40s to 50s: 350-890 ng/dL

Over 50: Decreases gradually by ~1% per year

As shown above, testosterone peaks during the late teens to late 20s before slowly declining with age. A level of 400 ng/dL is common by the 50s but quite low by the 30s.

Signs and Symptoms

Lower testosterone can cause various signs and symptoms:

Sexual: Low libido, erectile dysfunction

Physical: Decreased muscle mass, increased body fat, low energy

Mental: Irritability, depression, trouble concentrating

Other: Hot flashes, insomnia, infertility

If you're experiencing any symptoms of low testosterone, get your levels tested to determine if treatment could help. Balance & Renew Clinic offers complete hormone testing and optimization programs for men.

Contributing Factors

There are several lifestyle, health, and environmental factors that can negatively impact testosterone:

Obesity

Chronic stress

Type 2 diabetes

Sedentary lifestyle

Prescription medications

Smoking and excess alcohol

Exposure to chemicals that disrupt hormones

Making positive lifestyle changes in nutrition, exercise, stress management, and limiting exposure to contaminants can help support healthy testosterone levels.

Treatment Options

If symptoms persist and lifestyle changes don't sufficiently increase levels, physicians may recommend testosterone treatment options such as:

Testosterone injections/injectable pellets

Testosterone gels/creams

Oral testosterone capsules

Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG)

The doctors at Balance & Renew Clinic specialize in customized treatment regimens designed to restore testosterone levels based on your unique health profile.