DHEA
Test ID:
704130
CPT code:
82626
Synonyms:
- DHEA
- Unconjugated DHEA
Clinical Use:
Evaluate adrenal carcinomas that frequently secrete large amounts of DHEA
Test Information:
Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a steroid that is produced by both the adrenal cortex and the testis.3 The levels of this steroid increase before the onset of puberty (adrenarche) and decrease significantly with age.4 DHEA and DHEA-S are the major precursors of 17-ketosteroids.
Specimen Type:
Serum
Requested Volume:
1 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL
Container Type:
Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Patient Preparation:
Collection:
If a red-top tube is used, transfer separated serum to a plastic transport tube.
Storage Instructions:
Refrigerate
Stability Requirements:
Temperature |
Period |
---|---|
Room temperature |
6 hours |
Refrigerated |
14 days |
Frozen |
14 days |
Freeze/thaw cycles |
Stable x3 |
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