when should bloodwork be done?

[njmuscleguy]

Hey folks... just finishing off my 2nd PCT for a cycle that was completed in early December of last year.... the first PCT was ineffective (HCG + Nolva)... this time around, I did:

Wks 1-3 HCG 500iu ED
Wks 1-3 AIFM (as directed)
Wks 1-3 Clomid 50mg ED
Wks 1-4 Nolvadex 20mg ED

It definitely feels like the 2nd PCT has worked....

Questions: Should I run the Nolvadex any longer?
And how long after stopping Nolvadex can I get bloodwork done? I think half-life is 7-10 days, but want to make sure that my levels are back to "normal" before getting tested again.

Thanks!

 

[i am what i am]

I like extending nolva for 6 weeks. Wait a few weeks and then get your blood work done.

 

[njmuscleguy]

hear ya... for a typical PCT, I would extend Nolvadex 3 weeks past the cutting point of HCG.... but since this was an "a-typical" PCT (2nd PCT), I was wondering if I needed to follow the same protocol.... also want to know how long to wait after finishing Nolva to get bloodwork

 

[thx9000]

You should wait a minimum of 2wk post therapy to allow T/E ratios to stabilize. Ideally wait 4wk. If you're worried about lipid profiles, then wait a minimum of 4wk and ideally 6wk between changes in diet/drug usage.

 

[Nighthawkk]

I've always waited about 6-8 weeks following the start of PCT. Usually the only thing I'm on at that point is low-dose nolv or just tribulus/maca.