DHEA Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate (DHEA-S)
$ 59.99
DHEA Blood Test
Low-Cost Adrenal and Androgen Hormone Screening Test
The DHEA Blood Test measures the level of dehydroepiandrosterone, commonly called DHEA, in the blood.
DHEA is a hormone made mainly by the adrenal glands. It can act as a building block for other hormones, including androgens and estrogens.
This test may be useful for provider-directed adrenal hormone evaluation, androgen imbalance screening, excess hair growth concerns, acne, irregular menstrual cycles, or follow-up to other hormone results.
✔ Measures DHEA hormone levels
✔ Useful for adrenal and androgen hormone evaluation
✔ May support PCOS-related or excess androgen workup
✔ Low-cost lab testing option
✔ Doctor's order included
✔ No insurance required
✔ Convenient online ordering
⏱ Typical turnaround: results are usually emailed in 1–3 days.
What Is DHEA?
DHEA stands for dehydroepiandrosterone.
DHEA is a steroid hormone produced mostly by the adrenal glands, with smaller amounts produced by the ovaries or testes.
The body can convert DHEA into other hormones, including testosterone-related and estrogen-related hormones.
What This Test Measures
This blood test measures DHEA in the blood.
- Test name: DHEA Blood Test
- Also known as: Dehydroepiandrosterone Test, DHEA Serum Test, Adrenal Androgen Test
- Sample type: Blood
- Purpose: Measures DHEA hormone levels
- Common use: Adrenal, androgen, PCOS-related and provider-directed hormone evaluation
Why Order a DHEA Blood Test?
A DHEA test may be ordered when a person or healthcare provider wants more information about adrenal or androgen hormone activity.
This test may be considered for:
- Adrenal hormone evaluation
- Androgen excess evaluation
- Possible PCOS-related hormone patterns
- Excess facial or body hair growth
- Hormonal acne concerns
- Irregular or missed menstrual periods
- Follow-up to abnormal testosterone, DHEA-S, or androstenedione results
- Customers who want low-cost direct access to lab testing without insurance
Low-Cost Hormone Testing Option
This DHEA test is a simple and affordable way to access adrenal and androgen-related hormone testing.
Hormone evaluations can become expensive when multiple tests are ordered separately. If your provider specifically requested DHEA, this test may be a cost-saving option.
For a more complete hormone evaluation, DHEA may be reviewed with DHEA-S, testosterone, free testosterone, androstenedione, LH, FSH, estradiol, cortisol, or other labs depending on your symptoms and provider's plan.
Who May Consider This Test?
- People whose healthcare provider requested DHEA testing
- Women evaluating possible androgen excess symptoms
- People with acne, excess hair growth, or hair thinning concerns
- People with irregular menstrual cycles or PCOS-related concerns
- People following up on adrenal or reproductive hormone results
- Customers who want low-cost hormone testing without insurance billing
Common Reasons for Testing
- Excess facial or body hair growth
- Hormonal acne
- Irregular menstrual cycles
- Possible PCOS-related hormone evaluation
- Adrenal hormone follow-up
- Androgen imbalance concerns
- Follow-up to abnormal DHEA-S, testosterone, or androstenedione results
- Provider-directed endocrine testing
DHEA vs DHEA-S
DHEA and DHEA-S are related, but they are not the same test.
DHEA-S is the sulfated form of DHEA and is often used as a marker of adrenal androgen production because it tends to be more stable in the blood.
If your healthcare provider requested DHEA-S, do not order DHEA unless you confirm this is the correct test.
Important Supplement Warning
DHEA is also sold as an over-the-counter supplement. Taking DHEA supplements may affect your test result.
Tell your healthcare provider about all supplements, hormone products, vitamins, and medications you take before testing.
Do not start, stop, or change hormone supplements or medications without speaking with a licensed healthcare provider.
Important Biotin Warning
Biotin, also called vitamin B7, is commonly found in hair, skin, and nail supplements and may interfere with some hormone lab tests.
If you take biotin or high-dose supplements, ask your healthcare provider whether you should stop taking it before testing.
Important Health Warning
If you have severe abdominal pain, fainting, severe weakness, severe headache, vision changes, chest pain, shortness of breath, sudden heavy bleeding, pregnancy-related concerns, severe pelvic pain, 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 adrenal disease, PCOS, infertility, hormone disorders, tumors, or any medical condition.
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 measures DHEA only.
- This test does not include DHEA-S unless ordered separately.
- This test does not include testosterone, androstenedione, cortisol, LH, FSH, estradiol, or thyroid testing unless ordered separately.
- DHEA levels may vary by age, sex, medications, supplements, and medical conditions.
- This test does not diagnose PCOS, adrenal tumors, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, infertility, or hormone disorders by itself.
- DHEA supplements can affect test results.
- Do not start, stop, or change medication or hormone supplements based only on this result.
Before Ordering
- Confirm that you need a DHEA blood test and not a DHEA-S test.
- If your provider ordered this test, follow their instructions.
- Tell your provider if you take DHEA, testosterone, estrogen, birth control, fertility medication, steroids, biotin, or other supplements.
- If you need a more complete androgen evaluation, ask whether DHEA-S, testosterone, free testosterone, or androstenedione should also be ordered.
- If your result is abnormal, review it 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 abnormal results with a healthcare provider.
Why Choose This DHEA Blood Test?
✅ Low-cost adrenal and androgen hormone testing option
✅ Useful for provider-directed hormone evaluation
✅ May support PCOS-related or androgen excess workup
✅ No insurance required
✅ Doctor's order included
✅ Convenient online ordering
✅ Results can be shared with your healthcare provider
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the DHEA Blood Test measure?
This test measures dehydroepiandrosterone, also called DHEA, in the blood.
Is DHEA the same as DHEA-S?
No. DHEA and DHEA-S are related hormones, but they are different tests. DHEA-S is often used as a more stable adrenal androgen marker.
Can this test help with PCOS evaluation?
DHEA may be reviewed as part of a broader hormone evaluation for PCOS-related symptoms, but it does not diagnose PCOS by itself.
Can DHEA help evaluate acne or excess hair growth?
It may provide helpful androgen-related hormone information, but acne and excess hair growth can have many causes. Results should be reviewed with a healthcare provider.
Should I order DHEA-S instead?
If your provider specifically requested DHEA-S, order DHEA-S. If you are unsure which test you need, confirm with your healthcare provider before ordering.
Can DHEA supplements affect results?
Yes. DHEA supplements may affect your lab result. Tell your healthcare provider about all supplements and medications before testing.
Do I need to fast?
Fasting may be preferred by some labs or providers. Follow the instructions on your lab order or ask your healthcare provider.
Is a doctor's order included?
Yes. A doctor's order is included with this lab test.
Order Your DHEA Blood Test
Use this low-cost test when you need convenient access to DHEA hormone testing for adrenal, androgen, PCOS-related, or provider-directed hormone evaluation.
Order your DHEA Blood Test today.
DHEA Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate (DHEA-S)
$ 59.99
