DHEA-S (dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate) is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands that serves as a precursor to both male and female sex hormones. It is the most abundant circulating steroid hormon…
Category: Hormones
Also known as: dhea-s, dheas, dhea sulfate, dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate, dhea-so4
Reference range: 80–560 µg/dL (Source: ABIM)
Standard unit: µg/dL
High values may indicate
High DHEA-S levels may indicate adrenal tumors, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), or Cushing's syndrome. In women, it may cause hirsutism and acne.
Low values may indicate
Low DHEA-S levels may indicate adrenal insufficiency (Addison's disease), hypopituitarism, or age-related decline, and may be associated with fatigue, decreased libido, and depression.