Quick highlights
- Stable marker of adrenal androgen production
- Commonly used in workup of hirsutism, acne, irregular cycles
- Helps differentiate adrenal contribution vs ovarian/testicular sources
- Interpretation depends on age and sex reference ranges
- Usually no fasting; serum blood test
- Steroids and hormone therapies can affect results—disclose use
- Often paired with testosterone and SHBG for interpretation
- Home blood collection available in many service areas
- Clear advice against self-supplementation
- SEO coverage: DHEAS test, DHEA-S blood test, adrenal androgen test for women
What’s included
Preparation
- Book blood draw (home or lab)
- No fasting unless combined tests require fasting
- Disclose steroids, DHEA supplements, and hormonal medicines
- Try to test at similar time for repeat monitoring
- Avoid starting/stopping hormones without clinician advice
- Collect serum blood sample via trained phlebotomist
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- Review with endocrinologist/gynecologist for next steps
FAQs
A stable adrenal androgen marker produced mainly by the adrenal glands.
Usually no.
DHEA-S is more stable and better reflects baseline adrenal androgen production.
It may be included in androgen excess workups; clinicians interpret with other hormones and symptoms.
Yes. Steroids and hormone therapies can alter levels; disclose medications.
Hirsutism, acne, irregular periods, and other androgen-related symptoms under clinician guidance.
Often same day or within 24 hours.
Serum blood sample.
Yes in many serviceable areas.
Not necessarily; many causes exist. Clinicians evaluate levels, symptoms, and may order imaging if indicated.
Do not self-start supplements; consult your clinician.
Total/free testosterone, SHBG, androstenedione, LH/FSH, prolactin depending on context.
Download from <a href='/my-account/'>View reports</a>.
Yes; levels change across the lifespan and reference ranges are age-dependent.
Notes
DHEAS reflects adrenal androgen production.
