Description
Why It’s Done:
Doctors use the DHEAS test to:
• Evaluate adrenal gland function and detect adrenal tumors, adrenal hyperplasia, or adrenal insufficiency.
• Help diagnose conditions that cause excess androgen (male hormone) production, such as:
o Hirsutism (excess hair growth in women)
o Virilization (development of male traits in females)
o Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
• Investigate early or delayed puberty in children.
• Determine the cause of infertility, irregular periods, or acne related to hormonal imbalance.
Preparation:
• No fasting or special preparation is needed.
• Inform your doctor if you are:
o Taking hormone medications, including birth control pills or corticosteroids.
o Pregnant or undergoing hormonal therapy.
• A simple blood sample is taken from a vein in your arm
