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DHEA Levels

Meaning

A quantitative measurement of the concentration of Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) or its sulfated form, DHEA-S, circulating in the bloodstream, providing insight into adrenal gland and gonadal function. DHEA is the most abundant circulating steroid hormone precursor in the human body, serving as a critical reservoir for the synthesis of more potent androgens and estrogens. Clinical assessment of these levels is routinely used to evaluate adrenal health, aging, and specific hormonal disorders.