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DHEA - Sulphate (DHEAS) is used in fertility and reproductive-hormone assessment for both men and women.
Also known as: DHEA-S, DHEA Sulphate
Sample
Blood
Fasting
Not required
Report in
24 hours
Collection
Free at home
DHEA-Sulphate (DHEAS) is a hormone produced mainly by the adrenal glands, which the body converts into other sex hormones like testosterone and oestrogen. It’s used to evaluate adrenal gland function and conditions of excess androgen production.
Ordered to investigate symptoms of excess androgen (in women: acne, excess hair growth, irregular periods) and to evaluate adrenal gland disorders.
It can help your doctor assess
PCOS and other androgen-excess conditions, and adrenal gland disorders (including, rarely, adrenal tumours).
This test may be considered for:
Whether this test is right for you depends on your symptoms, medical history and the reason for testing - your doctor can advise.
The concentration of DHEA-sulphate in the blood - a more stable marker of adrenal androgen production than testosterone alone, since it doesn’t fluctuate as much through the day.
DHEA-S
Adrenal Androgen
A stable marker of adrenal androgen production, useful for distinguishing adrenal versus ovarian sources of excess androgen in women.
How to read your result
Your report should be read using the reference interval, unit and method shown by the performing laboratory. A result outside a reference interval does not automatically establish a diagnosis, and a result inside the interval does not rule out every health problem. Clinical interpretation depends on symptoms, history and other findings.
| Marker | Result | What it may be associated with |
|---|---|---|
| DHEA-S | High | Can indicate an adrenal source of excess androgen production - your doctor may investigate further, especially if levels are significantly elevated. |
If a result is outside the range
If the DHEA - Sulphate (DHEAS) is reported as high, low, positive, negative or otherwise outside the laboratory's stated interval, the meaning depends on the specific test and the reason it was ordered. Your clinician may consider repeat testing, related investigations or other clinical information before deciding what the result means.
Limitations of this test
DHEA-S is one part of a broader hormone workup for androgen-excess symptoms - it’s interpreted alongside testosterone and clinical symptoms.
An abnormal result does not by itself mean you have a particular disease. Your doctor interprets results together with your symptoms, history and other tests.
| Parameter | Reference range | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| DHEA-S (women) | 65 - 380 | µg/dL |
| DHEA-S (men) | 110 - 510 | µg/dL |
Typical adult ranges for guidance. Reference intervals vary with the laboratory method, age and sex - always read your result against the range printed on your own report.
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Prepare
Follow the preparation steps above for this test.
Sample collection
A trained phlebotomist collects the sample at your home - no extra charge.
Laboratory processing
Your sample is processed in our laboratory and reviewed by a pathologist.
Report
Your report is shared on WhatsApp and email, usually within 24 hours.
For a blood-based test, a small blood sample is collected by a trained healthcare professional, usually from a vein in the arm. The collection normally takes only a few minutes; mild temporary discomfort or bruising can occur at the puncture site.
Age (levels naturally decline with age) and certain medicines can affect DHEA-S levels.
Laboratory results are interpreted together with your symptoms, medical history and other investigations. If your results are significantly abnormal, or you have symptoms that worry you, discuss them with a qualified doctor promptly.
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This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from your doctor.
The DHEAS test cost in Mumbai at HWP Diagnostic is ₹1,249 - 24% less than the MRP of ₹1,649. There are no extra charges for home sample collection. The same price applies across Malad, Kandivali, Borivali and Goregaon.
| Test | DHEA - Sulphate (DHEAS) |
|---|---|
| Price at HWP Diagnostic | ₹1,249 |
| MRP | ₹1,649 (you save ₹400 - 24% off) |
| Home collection charge | Free |
| Report time | 24 hours |
| Fasting | Not required |
| Available in | Malad, Kandivali, Borivali & Goregaon (same price) |
Book the DHEAS test with free home sample collection anywhere in Malad, Kandivali, Borivali and Goregaon, or walk in to our lab in Malad West, Mumbai - open 24×7.
Home collection areas include
Malad WestMalwani & KharodiMalad EastKandivali WestKandivali EastBorivali WestGorai & Borivali WestIC Colony & MandapeshwarBorivali EastGoregaon WestBangur Nagar & Motilal NagarGoregaon EastAarey ColonyDahisarJogeshwari WestJogeshwari East
Directions on Google MapsThe full form of DHEAS is DHEA - Sulphate. It is also known as DHEA-S, DHEA Sulphate.
Home collection at the same price (₹1,249) across these areas, with our lab in Malad West open 24×7.
Get this test along with other important checks - usually for less than booking them separately.
No fasting is required, though morning testing may be preferred.
DHEA-S helps identify whether excess androgen symptoms are coming from the adrenal glands rather than the ovaries, which can influence how PCOS or related conditions are managed.
DHEA - Sulphate (DHEAS) is a blood test. DHEA - Sulphate (DHEAS) is used in fertility and reproductive-hormone assessment.
The DHEA - Sulphate (DHEAS) may be ordered when a healthcare professional needs information about the condition or health area assessed by this test. DHEA - Sulphate (DHEAS) is used in fertility and reproductive-hormone assessment. At HWP Diagnostic the sample can be collected free at your home in Malad and nearby Mumbai areas, and the report is usually shared within the same day or next day. Please carry or upload your doctor's prescription where the test needs one, and discuss the result with your doctor for a full interpretation.
DHEA - Sulphate (DHEAS) is used in fertility and reproductive-hormone assessment.
The test may be relevant for people whose symptoms, medical history, screening needs or treatment monitoring match the purpose of the DHEA - Sulphate (DHEAS).
No special preparation is needed for this test.
No, fasting is not required for the DHEA - Sulphate (DHEAS). You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.
The DHEA - Sulphate (DHEAS) is done on a blood sample.
For a blood-based test, a small blood sample is collected by a trained healthcare professional, usually from a vein in the arm. The collection normally takes only a few minutes; mild temporary discomfort or bruising can occur at the puncture site.
Reports for the DHEA - Sulphate (DHEAS) are usually ready within 24 hours of sample collection. You receive them on WhatsApp and email.
The DHEA - Sulphate (DHEAS) costs Rs 780 at HWP Diagnostic (MRP Rs 1045). Home sample collection is free.
Your report should be read using the reference interval, unit and method shown by the performing laboratory. A result outside a reference interval does not automatically establish a diagnosis, and a result inside the interval does not rule out every health problem. Clinical interpretation depends on symptoms, history and other findings.
If the DHEA - Sulphate (DHEAS) is reported as high, low, positive, negative or otherwise outside the laboratory's stated interval, the meaning depends on the specific test and the reason it was ordered. Your clinician may consider repeat testing, related investigations or other clinical information before deciding what the result means.
The DHEA - Sulphate (DHEAS) can provide important information, but laboratory results are generally interpreted together with symptoms, medical history, examination and other investigations. A single result should not be treated as a diagnosis without clinical context.
Some medicines, supplements, food, exercise and other pre-test factors can affect particular laboratory results. Tell the healthcare professional about medicines and supplements you take, and do not stop prescribed medicines unless your clinician tells you to.
Yes. Free home sample collection for the DHEA - Sulphate (DHEAS) is available across Malad, Kandivali, Borivali and Goregaon in Mumbai. You can also visit our Malad West lab, open 24x7.