DHEA-S Analyzer

DHEA-S (Dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate) is an androgen produced primarily by the adrenal glands. According to Wikipedia’s DHEA-S article, it acts as a precursor to several sex hormones, including testosterone and estrogen.

Clinicians often measure DHEA-S when investigating symptoms such as unexplained hair growth, acne, fatigue, irregular menstrual cycles, or hormonal imbalance. Because DHEA-S reflects adrenal activity more consistently than other androgens, it is frequently used to evaluate adrenal function and androgen-related patterns.

The online analyzer allows you to enter your DHEA-S value exactly as shown on your lab report. After clicking “Analyze DHEA-S”, the script:

• Checks whether your value is within, below or above typical adult reference intervals.
• Identifies whether the pattern suggests low, normal or high adrenal androgen production.
• Generates plain-language educational notes explaining what such patterns may broadly suggest.

Reference ranges differ based on age, sex and laboratory technique. For this reason, the analyzer focuses on educational explanations—not diagnosis. Your own doctor remains the best source for interpreting your result in your personal context.

Medical literature describes several broad patterns associated with DHEA-S levels:

• High DHEA-S – may reflect increased adrenal activity; discussed in contexts such as androgen excess, adrenal stimulation or adrenal tumors (rare).
• Low DHEA-S – sometimes associated with reduced adrenal function, chronic illness or natural age-related decline.
• Normal DHEA-S – common across many age groups and clinical situations.

These patterns are general and not diagnostic. The DHEA-S Analyzer summarizes them in simple language so you can better understand your lab report.

Many users reviewing androgen-related tests also explore the Hormones Analyzer or compare adrenal-related values using the Cortisol Analyzer.

Using the analyzer takes only a few steps:

• Open your laboratory report and locate your DHEA-S result.
• Enter the numeric value exactly as printed on the tool page.
• Click the “Analyze DHEA-S” button.
• Read the badge summary and educational notes showing whether your level appears low, normal, or high.

You may repeat the process with older lab results to see how your DHEA-S levels have changed over time. Any unexpected trends should always be reviewed by your healthcare provider.

Users reviewing adrenal or hormonal patterns often also check the Thyroid Analyzer or the LH/FSH Ratio Tool to complete a broader endocrine overview.

To complement your DHEA-S interpretation, you may also find these tools valuable:

• Cortisol Analyzer – helpful for reviewing adrenal stress patterns.
• Hormones Analyzer – provides a broad overview of multiple endocrine markers.
• Hemoglobin Tool – sometimes reviewed when fatigue overlaps with endocrine symptoms.

Together, these tools help you understand how adrenal, thyroid and reproductive hormones interact—while ensuring that final interpretation always belongs to qualified healthcare professionals.

Does a high DHEA-S level mean I have a medical condition?
Not necessarily. DHEA-S can be elevated for many reasons, including stress, medications, and natural variation. Only a clinician can determine the cause.

Can low DHEA-S explain my fatigue?
Fatigue has many possible causes. Low DHEA-S alone is not enough to determine the reason.

Can this tool diagnose adrenal disorders?
No. The tool provides educational explanations only. Diagnosis requires a full hormonal work-up by your doctor.

Does age affect DHEA-S levels?
Yes. DHEA-S naturally declines with age, and interpretation always requires age-adjusted context.

By combining the DHEA-S Analyzer with other endocrine tools on labscan.cloud, you can better understand your hormone report—while keeping all medical decisions in the hands of your healthcare team.