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Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulphate (DHEA-S)
DHEA-S is an androgen produced mainly by the adrenal glands. It may help assess excess androgen symptoms alongside other hormone tests.
Price for this test on its ownAED 175Test price AED 75
Clinical authorDr Nirupama SabhapathySpecialist Clinical Pathology
- Sample
- Serum
- Laboratory turnaround
- 24 hours
- Collection
- Dubai
- Laboratory
- Intel Lab
Understanding the test
What does the DHEA-S test measure?
Also called Adrenal Androgen (DHEA-S)
DHEA-S may help investigate signs of androgen excess and distinguish possible adrenal involvement from other sources of androgens.
When it may be requested
Investigating androgen symptoms
DHEA-S reflects androgen production primarily by the adrenal glands.
Comparing hormone sources
It is interpreted with testosterone and other findings when the origin of androgen excess is unclear.
Before your sample
Prepare for collection
SpecimenSerum
Your checklist
Fasting is generally unnecessary. Specifically mention DHEA, bodybuilding or hormone supplements and any steroid treatment before the draw.
A clinician takes a small sample of blood from a vein. The laboratory uses serum, the liquid separated from the blood after it clots.
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Understanding your result
24 hoursLaboratory turnaround
Result guideDehydroepiandrosterone Sulphate (DHEA-S)
Reading your result
Expected values vary with age and sex. A raised value alone cannot identify the underlying adrenal condition.
What can affect it
- Its reference ranges vary with age and sex.
From sample to follow-up
Your testing journey
Laboratory testDehydroepiandrosterone Sulphate (DHEA-S)
- Specimen
- Serum
- Turnaround
- 24 hours
Open your laboratory report
Look for Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulphate (DHEA-S) in your report. Use the sample type and collection time when comparing it with an earlier report.
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Discuss the next step
Bring the names of any DHEA or hormone supplements and any accompanying testosterone result.
Clinical expertise
Your laboratory team
Patient questions
Before you book
Why measure DHEA-S as well as testosterone?
The two hormones have different sources. Their pattern can guide a clinician investigating whether the adrenal glands contribute to an androgen change.
Does a raised result mean I have an adrenal tumour?
No. Modest elevations are far more often explained by polycystic ovary syndrome, by a milder form of congenital adrenal hyperplasia, or by supplements. A marked rise that has developed quickly is taken more seriously and usually leads to imaging, but the result alone never makes the diagnosis.
Can supplements affect the result?
Very much so. DHEA is sold over the counter in some countries, and taking it raises the measured level directly, producing a high result in someone whose adrenal glands are working perfectly normally. Always tell your doctor about any supplement you take.
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Sources & further reading
Written by Dr Nirupama Sabhapathy, Specialist Clinical Pathology. Medically reviewed by Dr Joyce Jose, Specialist Clinical Pathology, on .
Catalogue information and AED price checked on 2 November 2026. Clinical suitability, preparation, collection arrangements and turnaround are confirmed for your selected test.