What is DHEA-S?
your adrenal stress and ageing marker
DHEA-S is an adrenal hormone that provides building blocks for sex hormones. The value falls with age and reflects adrenal reserve.
The value is useful in assessing adrenal function and in PCOS work-up in women.
Test facts
- Unit
- µmol/L
- Sample
- Serum
- Fasting
- No fasting needed
- Turnaround
- 3 days
What does low DHEA-S mean?
Low DHEA-S can suggest adrenal insufficiency or prolonged stress.
What does high DHEA-S mean?
High DHEA-S in women can suggest PCOS or an adrenal disorder.
Panels that measure DHEA-S
- Female Hormones
- Hormone+
- Cortisol Snapshot
- Stress & Cortisol Basic
- Stress & Cortisol Full
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This is general information about the marker, not an assessment of your values and not medical advice. Last updated: May 2026.