Androstenedione, LC/MS/MS

Androstenedione, LC/MS/MS

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Androstenedione LC/MS/MS Blood Test

Androstenedione Hormone Test for Androgen, Adrenal and Ovarian Evaluation

The Androstenedione LC/MS/MS Blood Test measures the level of androstenedione in the blood.

Androstenedione is an androgen hormone made mainly by the adrenal glands and gonads. It is also a hormone precursor that can be converted into testosterone and estrogens.

This test may be useful when evaluating androgen-related symptoms, adrenal hormone activity, ovarian hormone activity, possible PCOS-related concerns, congenital adrenal hyperplasia monitoring or provider-directed hormone testing.

✔ Measures androstenedione levels
✔ Useful for androgen hormone evaluation
✔ May support adrenal and ovarian hormone assessment
✔ LC/MS/MS testing method
✔ Doctor's order included
✔ No insurance required
✔ Convenient online ordering

What Is Androstenedione?

Androstenedione is a steroid hormone involved in the body's production of testosterone and estrogen.

In women, androstenedione may come from the ovaries and adrenal glands. In men, it may come from the testes and adrenal glands.

Because androstenedione is connected to androgen production, it may be helpful when evaluating symptoms related to excess or abnormal androgen activity.

What This Test Measures

This test measures the amount of androstenedione in the blood using an LC/MS/MS method, which is commonly used for sensitive hormone measurement.

  • Test name: Androstenedione LC/MS/MS Blood Test
  • Also known as: Androstenedione, Androstenedione LC/MS, Androgen Hormone Test
  • Sample type: Blood
  • Purpose: Measures androstenedione, an androgen hormone and hormone precursor
  • Common use: Hormone, adrenal, ovarian and androgen-related evaluation

Why Order an Androstenedione Blood Test?

Androstenedione testing may be ordered when a person or healthcare provider wants more information about androgen hormone production.

This test may be considered for:

  • Androgen excess evaluation
  • PCOS-related hormone evaluation
  • Irregular menstrual cycles with possible hormone imbalance
  • Excess facial or body hair growth
  • Acne or oily skin concerns
  • Hair thinning related to possible hormone imbalance
  • Adrenal hormone evaluation
  • Congenital adrenal hyperplasia monitoring when directed by a provider
  • Provider-directed endocrine testing

Who May Consider This Test?

This test may be appropriate for:

  • Women with possible androgen-related symptoms
  • Individuals evaluating possible PCOS-related hormone patterns
  • People with acne, excess hair growth or hair thinning concerns
  • Individuals whose healthcare provider requested androstenedione testing
  • People monitoring adrenal or gonadal hormone activity under provider guidance
  • Customers who want direct access to lab testing without using insurance

Common Reasons for Testing

Androstenedione may be checked as part of a broader hormone evaluation when symptoms suggest abnormal androgen activity.

  • Irregular menstrual periods
  • Excess facial or body hair growth
  • Acne that may be hormone-related
  • Hair thinning or pattern hair changes
  • Possible adrenal hormone concerns
  • Possible PCOS-related evaluation
  • Provider-directed congenital adrenal hyperplasia monitoring
  • Follow-up to abnormal testosterone, DHEA-S or other hormone results

Important Hormone Testing Note

Androstenedione is only one part of hormone evaluation. It is often interpreted with symptoms, medical history and other hormone tests.

Depending on your reason for testing, your healthcare provider may also recommend total testosterone, free testosterone, DHEA-S, 17-hydroxyprogesterone, LH, FSH, estradiol, progesterone, thyroid testing, prolactin or other labs.

Important Health Warning

If you have severe pelvic pain, severe abdominal pain, sudden heavy bleeding, pregnancy-related concerns, fainting, chest pain, shortness of breath, severe weakness, rapid worsening symptoms 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 Lab Access Only

LabReqs and SchoolTiters provide access to lab testing. We do not diagnose hormone disorders, PCOS, adrenal disease, infertility, congenital adrenal hyperplasia or other medical conditions.

This test may provide useful lab information, but results should be reviewed with a licensed healthcare provider, especially if symptoms are present, results are abnormal or treatment decisions are being considered.

Important Limitations

  • This test does not diagnose PCOS by itself.
  • This test does not diagnose adrenal tumors, ovarian tumors, congenital adrenal hyperplasia or infertility by itself.
  • Androstenedione levels may vary by age, sex, menstrual cycle timing, medications, hormone therapy and medical conditions.
  • Abnormal results may require additional hormone testing and medical evaluation.
  • Do not start, stop or change medications based only on this test result.
  • This test should be interpreted with symptoms, medical history and other lab findings.

Before Ordering

  • Confirm that you need androstenedione testing and not a different hormone test.
  • If your provider ordered this test, follow their timing and preparation instructions.
  • Tell your healthcare provider about birth control, hormone therapy, steroids, supplements or medications that may affect hormone levels.
  • If testing for menstrual cycle or fertility-related reasons, ask your provider if timing during your cycle matters.
  • If you have symptoms or abnormal results, review your results with a licensed healthcare provider.

How It Works

  1. Order online.
  2. Receive your lab order. A doctor's order is included.
  3. Visit a participating lab location.
  4. Provide a blood sample.
  5. Receive your results. Review your results with a healthcare provider if needed.

Why Choose This Androstenedione Test?

✅ Direct access to androstenedione hormone testing
✅ Useful for androgen-related evaluation
✅ May support adrenal and ovarian hormone assessment
✅ LC/MS/MS testing method
✅ Doctor's order included
✅ No insurance required
✅ Results can be shared with your healthcare provider

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Androstenedione LC/MS/MS Blood Test measure?

This test measures androstenedione, an androgen hormone that can be converted into testosterone and estrogens.

Is androstenedione the same as testosterone?

No. Androstenedione is related to testosterone, but it is a different hormone. It may act as a precursor that the body can convert into other sex hormones.

Can this test help with PCOS evaluation?

This test may be used as part of a broader PCOS-related hormone evaluation, especially when androgen excess is suspected. It does not diagnose PCOS by itself.

Can this test help explain acne or excess hair growth?

It may provide helpful information about androgen hormone activity, but acne and excess hair growth can have many causes. Results should be reviewed with a healthcare provider.

Is this test for men and women?

Yes. Androstenedione testing may be used in both men and women when androgen, adrenal or gonadal hormone evaluation is needed.

Do I need other hormone tests with this?

Possibly. Depending on your symptoms, your provider may recommend testosterone, DHEA-S, LH, FSH, estradiol, 17-hydroxyprogesterone, thyroid testing or other labs.

Is a doctor's order included?

Yes. A doctor's order is included with this lab test.

Order Your Androstenedione LC/MS/MS Blood Test

Use this test when you need convenient access to androstenedione testing for androgen, adrenal, ovarian or provider-directed hormone evaluation.

Order your Androstenedione LC/MS/MS Blood Test today.

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