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HelpTest Code LAB524 Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate (DHEA-S)
Specimen Type/Requirements
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube, Serum
Gold top (Serum w/gel) tube, Serum
Lavender top (EDTA) tube, Plasma
Light Green top (Lithium Heparin w/gel) tube, Plasma
Test is affected by hemolysis and lipemia. Test is not affected by icterus.
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 4 hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 6 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | 1 month |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 - 3 days
Methodology
Immunoassay
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
82627
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 2.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.4 mL |
Additional Information
DHEAS is the sulfated version of DHEA. Most DHEA is found as DHEAS. From a practical point, measurement of DHEAS is preferable to DHEA as levels are more stable. DHEAS/DHEA levels are useful to detect excess adrenal activity.