Laboratory Medicine
Test Directory / Dehydroepiandrostenedione
Dehydroepiandrostenedione
Brown clotted serum, gel barrier
| Test | Dehydroepiandrostenedione |
|---|---|
| Common Abbreviations | DHEAS DHAS |
| Profile | NA |
| Tube type | Brown clotted serum, gel barrier |
| Clinical Indication | Used to investigate delayed or precocious puberty and androgen secreting tumours. |
| Specimen Type | Blood |
| Sample type | Serum |
| Minimum Volume | 0.5mL |
| Special Precautions | No special requirements |
| Stability | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Turnaround Time | 7 days |
| Laboratory | Hull Royal Infirmary |
| Reference Interval | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Limitations | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Notes |
