The DHEAS (Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate) Test is a crucial diagnostic tool offered by Augmentum Diagnostics to measure the level of DHEAS in the blood. DHEAS is a weak male hormone (androgen) produced almost entirely by the adrenal glands. This makes it an excellent marker for assessing adrenal gland function and evaluating conditions related to excess androgen production.
As an NABL Accredited Laboratory, we ensure highly accurate DHEAS testing, which is fundamental for investigating hormonal imbalances, premature puberty, and conditions like Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).
The DHEAS test is often performed to investigate symptoms of excess androgens (masculinization) in women and children, or to check for problems originating in the adrenal glands:
Women: Investigating hirsutism (excessive body/facial hair), acne, male-pattern baldness, or infertility.Helps differentiate between excess androgen production from the adrenal glands vs. the ovaries (e.g., in PCOS).
Children: Evaluating signs of Precocious Puberty (puberty starting too early) or ambiguous genitalia in newborns.Used to diagnose conditions like Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) or adrenal tumors.
Men & Women: Symptoms of either Cushing’s Syndrome (high adrenal hormones) or Addison’s Disease (low adrenal hormones).Used to assess the function of the adrenal cortex.
