This test measures the amount of DHEA. sulfate (Dheas) in your blood.Dheas means dehydroepiandrosterone. sulfate DHEAS is a male hormone present in both men and women; DHEAS plays an important role in the development of the male hormone testosterone and the female hormone estrogen. It still participates in the development of sexy data on adolescent males.
Leiden’s DHEAS takes place in the adrenal glands, which are two small glands located above the kidneys. They help regulate heart rate, blood pressure, and other bodily functions. Minimal amounts of DHEA are produced by the male egg and the female ovary; if DHEA levels are not normal, it could mean that there is a problem with the adrenal glands or the sex organs (testicles or ovaries).
Other names: DHEAS, DHEA-S, DHEA, DHEA-SO4, dehydroepiandrosterone. sulfate
What is it used for?
A DHEA sulfate The (DHEAS) analysis is usually used to
- Determine if the adrenal glands are functioning normally
- Diagnose adrenal tumors
- Diagnose testicular or ovarian disease
- Study the basics of early puberty in boys
- Discover the causes of excessive body hair growth and masculinity in women and girls
DHEAS testing is often performed in combination with other sex hormone tests. These include testosterone studies in men and estrogen studies in women.
Why DHEA is needed sulfate test?
This test may be necessary if there are signs of high or low DHEA levels sulfate (DHEAS). There is little or no evidence of high DHEAS in males. Signs of high DHEA in women and girls include
- Excessive growth of facial hair
- Deepening of the voice
- Menstrual abnormalities
- Acne
- Increased muscle mass
- Hair loss on the top of the head
If the infant’s genitalia do not appear distinctly male or female (ambiguous genitalia), an examination may be necessary. If a boy has symptoms of early puberty, this test may be necessary.
Symptoms of low DHEA may include symptoms of adrenal disease.
- Unexplained weight loss
- Nausea and vomiting
- Dizziness
- Dehydration
- Craving for salt
Other signs of low DHEA are related to aging and may include
- Decreased libido
- Erectile dysfunction in men
- Thinning of vaginal tissue in women.
What happens during DHEA sulfate test?
The nurse takes blood from a vein in your arm with a small needle. After the needle goes in, a small amount of blood is collected in a tube or vial. You will feel a small burning sensation as the needle goes in and out. It usually does not take more than 5 minutes.
Do I need to make anything to prepare for the test?
Very little special preparation is required for the DGEA. sulfate test.
Are there any risks involved in the test?
There are very few risks associated with blood testing. You may experience minor soreness and bruising in the area where the needle is inserted, but most signs disappear quickly.
What do the results mean?
If the result is an elevation of DHEA. sulfate (DHEAs), it could mean that there is one of the disorders.
- Congenital adrenal hyperplasia, hereditary adrenal disease.
- Adrenal tumor. This can be benign (not carcinomatous) or cancerous.
- Polycystus Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).PCOS is a popular hormonal condition that occurs in women of fertile age. It is one of the main causes of infertility in women.
If your results show a layer of DHEA, it may mean you have one of these diseases
- Addison’s disease. Addison’s disease is a condition in which the adrenal glands are unable to produce enough of certain hormones.
- Pituitary is a condition in which the pituitary gland does not produce enough pituitary hormones.
If you have questions about your results, consult your own physician.
Is there anything else I should know about DHEA? sulfate test?
DHEA sulfate Levels tend to decline with age in both men and women; DHEA sulfate supplements are available and are sometimes touted as an anti-aging therapy. However, there is no reliable evidence to support these claims. In fact, these supplements have every opportunity to cause nonsense side effects; if you have questions about DHEA supplements, consult your own physician.
With permission of MedlinePlus from the National Library of Medicine.
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