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Dihydrotestosterone DHT Blood Test
DHT LC/MS/MS Blood Test for Androgen, Hair, Skin, Prostate and Hormone Evaluation
The Dihydrotestosterone DHT Blood Test measures the level of dihydrotestosterone, commonly called DHT, in the blood.
DHT is a strong androgen hormone made from testosterone. It plays an important role in male hormone activity, hair growth patterns, skin oil production, prostate-related hormone activity and certain hormone-related symptoms.
This test may be useful for people evaluating hair thinning, acne, excess hair growth, hormone imbalance concerns, prostate-related monitoring or provider-directed androgen testing.
✔ Measures Dihydrotestosterone DHT
✔ Useful for androgen hormone evaluation
✔ May help with hair, skin and hormone-related concerns
✔ Doctor's order included
✔ No insurance required
✔ Convenient online ordering
⏱ Typical turnaround: results are usually emailed in 1–3 days.
What Is Dihydrotestosterone DHT?
Dihydrotestosterone, also called DHT, is an androgen hormone produced when testosterone is converted by an enzyme called 5-alpha-reductase.
DHT is more potent than testosterone in certain tissues and may affect areas such as hair follicles, skin, prostate tissue and sexual development.
This test is different from a standard testosterone test. Testosterone and DHT are related, but they are not the same hormone.
What This Test Measures
This blood test measures the amount of DHT in your blood. Depending on the lab method, the test may be performed using sensitive testing technology such as LC/MS/MS.
- Test name: Dihydrotestosterone Blood Test
- Also known as: DHT Test, Dihydrotestosterone LC/MS/MS, Androgen Hormone Test
- Sample type: Blood
- Purpose: Measures DHT, a potent androgen made from testosterone
- Common use: Hormone, hair, skin, androgen and provider-directed evaluation
Why Order a DHT Blood Test?
A DHT blood test may be ordered when a person or healthcare provider wants more information about androgen hormone activity.
DHT testing may be considered for:
- Hair thinning or hair loss concerns, including male or female pattern hair changes
- Acne or oily skin concerns that may be related to androgen activity
- Excess facial or body hair growth in women
- Hormone imbalance symptoms such as low libido, irregular cycles or androgen-related symptoms
- Monitoring DHT-blocking medications such as finasteride or dutasteride when directed by a provider
- Provider-directed prostate-related hormone monitoring
- Evaluation of 5-alpha-reductase activity when ordered by a healthcare provider
Who May Consider This Test?
This test may be appropriate for:
- Men evaluating androgen-related symptoms
- Women evaluating possible androgen imbalance symptoms
- People with hair thinning or pattern hair loss concerns
- People monitoring DHT levels while using DHT-blocking medication under medical guidance
- Individuals whose healthcare provider requested DHT testing
- Customers who want direct access to lab testing without using insurance
Common Symptoms or Reasons for Testing
DHT testing may be considered when symptoms or health questions involve androgen hormone activity.
- Hair thinning or receding hairline
- Pattern hair loss
- Acne or oily skin
- Excess facial or body hair growth
- Irregular menstrual cycles
- Low libido or hormone-related concerns
- Provider-directed hormone monitoring
- Monitoring response to medications that affect DHT
Important: This Test Is Not AMH
Dihydrotestosterone DHT is not Anti-Mullerian Hormone AMH.
AMH is commonly used for ovarian reserve and fertility-related evaluation. DHT is an androgen hormone made from testosterone and is used for different hormone-related questions.
Important Health Warning
If you have severe pelvic pain, severe testicular pain, inability to urinate, blood in urine, rapidly worsening symptoms, pregnancy-related concerns, chest pain, shortness of breath, fainting, severe weakness or any urgent medical concern, seek medical care promptly.
Do not use this test as a substitute for urgent medical evaluation, diagnosis or treatment.
Screening and Monitoring Only
LabReqs and SchoolTiters provide access to lab testing. We do not diagnose medical conditions, provide treatment, prescribe medication or manage hormone therapy.
This test may provide helpful lab information, but DHT results should be reviewed with a licensed healthcare provider, especially if symptoms are present, results are abnormal or medication changes are being considered.
Important Limitations
- This test measures DHT only and does not provide a complete hormone evaluation by itself.
- DHT results do not diagnose hair loss, acne, PCOS, infertility, prostate disease or hormone disorders by themselves.
- DHT levels may be affected by medications, supplements, testosterone therapy, anti-androgens, finasteride, dutasteride and other hormone-related treatments.
- If your provider needs a DHT-to-testosterone ratio, a testosterone test may also be needed.
- Additional tests such as total testosterone, free testosterone, SHBG, estradiol, LH, FSH, DHEA-S or prostate-related testing may be needed depending on your situation.
- Do not stop or change medications without speaking with your healthcare provider.
Before Ordering
- Confirm that you need a DHT blood test and not a testosterone, AMH or other hormone test.
- If your provider ordered this test, follow their instructions.
- Tell your healthcare provider about medications or supplements that may affect hormone levels.
- If you are taking finasteride, dutasteride, testosterone therapy or anti-androgen medication, ask your provider how this may affect results.
- If you have symptoms, abnormal results or ongoing health concerns, review results with a licensed healthcare provider.
How It Works
- Order online.
- Receive your lab order. A doctor's order is included.
- Visit a participating lab location.
- Provide a blood sample.
- Receive your results. Review your results with a healthcare provider if needed.
Why Choose This DHT Blood Test?
✅ Direct access to DHT lab testing
✅ Helpful for androgen hormone evaluation
✅ May support hair, skin and hormone-related discussions
✅ Doctor's order included
✅ No insurance required
✅ Results can be shared with your healthcare provider
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the DHT blood test measure?
This test measures dihydrotestosterone, also called DHT, in the blood. DHT is a strong androgen hormone made from testosterone.
Is DHT the same as testosterone?
No. DHT is made from testosterone, but it is a different hormone. Some people may need both testosterone and DHT testing depending on what their provider is evaluating.
Can this test help with hair loss concerns?
This test may help provide information about DHT levels, which may be useful when discussing hair thinning or pattern hair loss concerns with a healthcare provider. It does not diagnose the cause of hair loss by itself.
Can women order this test?
Yes. Women may order this test when evaluating androgen-related concerns such as excess hair growth, acne, irregular cycles or provider-directed hormone testing.
Can this test diagnose prostate problems?
No. This test does not diagnose prostate cancer, enlarged prostate or other prostate conditions. It measures DHT and may be used as part of a broader provider-directed evaluation.
Can DHT blockers affect the results?
Yes. Medications such as finasteride or dutasteride may affect DHT levels. Do not stop or change medication unless instructed by your healthcare provider.
Is a doctor's order included?
Yes. A doctor's order is included with this lab test.
Order Your Dihydrotestosterone DHT Blood Test
Use this test when you need convenient access to DHT blood testing for androgen, hair, skin, prostate-related or provider-directed hormone evaluation.
Order your Dihydrotestosterone DHT Blood Test today.
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