Blood donation to lower Hct - How much does it help?

[espresso123]

Hey guys,

I guess most are aware of the risks involved with high hematocrit levels.
That being said, which experiences did you guys have on your bloodwork in terms of the reduction of Hct and how often did you do so?

Could not find any information to get a feeling of how often it should be done and how much of a reduction it will be like donating about 500ml blood.

Would be glad if a few members could share some information.

Cheers!

 

[Ateam2023]

Hey guys,

I guess most are aware of the risks involved with high hematocrit levels.
That being said, which experiences did you guys have on your bloodwork in terms of the reduction of Hct and how often did you do so?

Could not find any information to get a feeling of how often it should be done and how much of a reduction it will be like donating about 500ml blood.

Would be glad if a few members could share some information.

Cheers!

hydration plays an important role, how much "water" do you drink?

 

[DECLAN]

View: https://youtu.be/OspeshlnPGI?si=fiXIEcPC-8JBcm0m


What do you think of his thoughts.

 

[DugPrime]

It will helps for like 1-2 days, it's not a long-term solution at all.

 

[RekTest]

Water.

I used to run mid 50s, I started taking my water seriously, hydration powder and its been 46 ish ever since.
All my blood work is on 200mg/ test c TRT dose.


Edit: want to add I have never once donated blood.