ReviewIndian journal of endocrinology and metabolism
The Testosterone: Cortisol Ratio - A Tool with Practical Use and Research Potential in Endocrinology.
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7 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- A CE/TA-stratified systematic review and evidence map of matcha and green tea bioactives in endocrine stress regulation: testosterone, cortisol, and the T:C ratio.Frontiers in nutrition · 2026Pooled it
- Effect ofNutrients · 2026Trial
- Blood Biochemical Acute Daily Responses During an Intensive Training Microcycle: A Case Report of an Olympic Kayaker.Sports (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- A quantum approach to the endocrinology of obesity.Endocrine connections · 2026Article
- Pre-exercise mood, sex-specific hormonal and neuromodulatory responses to maximal exertion in elite rowers.Frontiers in physiology · 2026Article
- Artificial intelligence and sports genomics: advancing precision sports science and athletic performance.Frontiers in sports and active living · 2026Review
- Increase in testosterone and cortisol one week after repeated exercise in a cold environment.Frontiers in physiology · 2025Article
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Abstract
Testosterone is a predominantly anabolic hormone whereas cortisol is a catabolic hormone. Measurement of testosterone-cortisol ratio (TCR) can serve as a surrogate for the balance in the anabolic: catabolic states in the body and was studied as a marker in different aspects of sports endocrinology. However, data is limited and conflicting. A comprehensive search using the PubMed and Google Scholar data base was conducted to write a narrative review summarising all available evidences of TCR in endocrinology and their clinical. TCR has been found to be important in predicting overtraining syndrome, timing peak performance in competitive sports in athletes, psychologic stress, social aggressive behaviour and has also been tested as a marker of increased cardiovascular risk. However, there are several controversies regarding its application and a definite threshold has not been established. TCR has many potential applications in clinical endocrine practice but needs further research.
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