When can I expect the results of the DHEAS test? The test results are typically available within a 2-3 days of the test. What does it mean if I have high DHEAS levels? A high DHEAS level could indicate one of the following conditions.
Elevated DHEA/DHEAS levels can cause signs or symptoms of hyperandrogenism in women. Men are usually asymptomatic but, through peripheral conversion of androgens to estrogens, can occasionally experience mild estrogen excess. Most mild-to-moderate elevations in DHEAS levels are idiopathic.
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If you have abnormal DHEAS levels, your doctor will prescribe further tests to accurately pinpoint the cause. If you have been diagnosed with an adrenal tumor, you will need to undergo treatment in the form of surgery, radiation therapy, or chemotherapy.
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Hyperandrogenism is a medical condition characterized by high levels of androgens. It is more common in women than men. Symptoms of hyperandrogenism may include acne, seborrhea (inflamed skin), hair loss on the scalp, increased body or facial hair, and infrequent or absent menstruation.
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Dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEAS) is a male sex hormone (androgen) that is present in both men and women. This test measures the level of DHEAS in the blood. DHEAS: Plays a role in developing male secondary sexual characteristics at puberty.
They drop sharply shortly after birth, then rise again during puberty. DHEAS concentrations peak after puberty, and then, like other male and female hormones, the levels tend to decline with age.
DHEAS levels may be ordered with other hormones to investigate and diagnose the cause of the development of masculine physical characteristics (virilization) in young girls and early (precocious) puberty in young boys.
In women, DHEAS levels are often measured, along with other hormones such as FSH, LH, prolactin, estrogen, and testosterone, to help diagnose polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and to help rule out other causes of infertility, lack of menstrual period (amenorrhea), and excess hair on the face and body (hirsutism).
A DHEAS test may be ordered, along with other hormone tests, when an excess (or, more rarely, a deficiency) in male hormones (androgens) is suspected and/or when your healthcare practitioner wants to evaluate your adrenal gland function.
DHEAS is produced almost exclusively by the adrenal glands, with smaller amounts being produced by a woman's ovaries and a man's testicles.
Adrenal tumors (cancerous and non-cancerous) and enlargement of an adrenal gland (hyperplasia) can lead to an increased level of DHEAS. Rarely, an ovarian tumor may produce DHEAS. Excess DHEAS: May not be noticed in adult men. Can cause early (precocious) puberty in young boys.
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An abnormality in the level of DHEAS could be indicative of certain dysfunction in the development of sexual characteristics and could also mean the onset of chronic health conditions such as diabetes.
The normal range of DHEAS differs according to age and gender. The following table provides a rough estimation of what is considered normal DHEAS level.
A DHEAS test is performed to measure the level of this hormone in the body. The levels of this hormone are high in newborn babies, then quickly drop. They rise again during puberty, where these play a significant role in triggering the development of pubic and underarm hair. An abnormality in the level of DHEAS could be indicative of certain dysfunction in the development of sexual characteristics and could also mean the onset of chronic health conditions such as diabetes.
No special preparations are needed for this test as this test is conducted the same way as any other blood test. In teenage girls, doctors may request that the test be performed either before or after a menstrual period, as menstruation may affect DHEA hormone levels. You also need to inform your doctor what medications or supplements you are on, as some of them could affect the DHEA level in the body
The test results are typically available within a 2-3 days of the test.
So most blood tests that check for hormonal levels are often done at a particular time. But, DHEAS levels remain stable so the test can be conducted at any time of the day. However, in some cases owing to the menstrual cycle, the test might be conducted either before or after the periods.
If you have lower than normal DHEAS levels as per your age and gender, it could point to: – Adrenal insufficiency as seen in Addison’s disease. – Pituitary hormone deficiency or hypopituitarism. – If you are on glucocorticoid medications, the low levels of DHEAS could be possible because of the drug interaction.