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DHEA Status

Meaning

DHEA Status refers to the clinical assessment and interpretation of the circulating levels of Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) and its sulfated form (DHEA-S) within the bloodstream. As the most abundant circulating steroid hormone, DHEA-S serves as a vital biomarker reflecting the functional capacity and reserve of the adrenal cortex, the primary site of its production. Clinically, DHEA Status is a key indicator of overall hormonal resilience, metabolic health, and the body’s ability to synthesize other crucial sex hormones like testosterone and estrogens. Monitoring this status is essential for managing age-related hormonal decline and allostatic load.