Know Your Blood Parameters: DHEA-S (Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate)

1. Parameter Name

   DHEA-S
   

2. Test Type

   Blood
   

3. Normal Range

   Women: 35 – 430 µg/dL (varies by age)

   Men: 80 – 560 µg/dL (varies by age)
   

4. High Levels Indicate

   Adrenal tumors, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, PCOS.
   

5. Low Levels Indicate

   Adrenal insufficiency, hypopituitarism.
   

6. Why It's Tested

   To evaluate adrenal gland function, androgen excess, and adrenal tumors.
   

7. Associated Symptoms (if abnormal)

   High: Excessive hair growth, acne, menstrual irregularities.

   Low: Fatigue, muscle weakness.
   

8. What To Do If Abnormal

   Follow up with adrenal imaging and other hormone tests; endocrinology consult.
   

9. Common Conditions Related

   PCOS, adrenal hyperplasia, adrenal tumors.
   

10. Nutrition or Lifestyle Connection

    Stress management, balanced diet supports adrenal health.
    

11. References (APA Format)

    Melmed, S. et al. (2016). Williams Textbook of Endocrinology (13th ed.). Elsevier.

    MedlinePlus. (2023). DHEA-S Test.https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/dehydroepiandrosterone-dhea-test/