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DHEA
Free DHEA
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Test Overview
LC-MS/MS
DHEA is the primary adrenal androgen and is an important precursor in the biosynthesis of testosterone and estrogens. Nevertheless, circulating DHEA does not appear to be a major precursor of testosterone in cases of androgen excess. It has also been shown that FREE DHEA may be derived in large part from the hydrolysis of circulating DHEA-sulfate, the most abundant adrenal steroid known. Free DHEA levels are often used in conjunction with plasma testosterone, androstenedione, and DHEA-sulfate.
[bold]*Ranges provided by Chemical Pathology, Special Testing Section[/bold]
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Specimen Requirements
Collect specimen in a red top (preferred) or SST tube. Centrifuge, aliquot serum into a plastic vial and freeze.
