Hormone health
DHEA-S
Measures dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate, an androgen produced mainly by the adrenal glands.
Understanding the result
Often used when investigating androgen excess. Age, clinical history and other hormone results affect interpretation.
Reading your report
Use the units, method and reference interval on your laboratory report. Your clinician can interpret the result alongside your history and other findings.
Sources & further reading
Educational summary · September 2026