Hormones · µmol/L
DHEA-S
DHEA-S is an androgen precursor secreted almost entirely by the adrenal glands. It is the most abundant steroid in blood and a marker of adrenal androgen activity.
Ranges we use
| Rating | Range | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| No rating | Any value µmol/L | DHEA-S is not rated against a single threshold: it falls steeply with age and differs by sex. Read the result against your lab's age- and sex-specific range; a markedly raised DHEA-S should be assessed by a doctor. |
Range: reference interval set by the laboratory (method-dependent) — the app uses the range printed on your report.
Read together with
Testosterone · SHBG · Estradiol
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