Androstenedione Test
Also known as: Androstenedione, A4
Androstenedione Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹3,000. Uses Chemiluminescent Immunoassay on Serum samples. Results in Reports are typically available on the same day if the sample is collected by 11 AM on specified days.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Ramarao Paidisetty
Consultant Biochemist · Reg: 21504
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
To measure androstenedione hormone levels in the blood for diagnosing conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), adrenal gland disorders, and other hormonal imbalances, helping guide treatment decisions.
- Test Code
- 121
- Price
- ₹3,000
- Sample Type
- Serum
- Result Time
- Reports are typically available on the same day if the sample is collected by 11 AM on specified days.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Chemiluminescent Immunoassay
Sample Collection
No fasting required, but an early morning specimen is preferred. Inform your doctor about all medications and supplements. For females, sampling is best one week before or after the menstrual period.
Method: Venipuncture
Laboratory Analysis
A blood sample is drawn via venipuncture from a vein in the arm. The process is quick, typically taking a few minutes.
Report Delivery
Apply pressure to the puncture site to stop bleeding. Resume normal activities, and contact a healthcare provider if you experience excessive pain or swelling.
Timeline: Reports are typically available on the same day if the sample is collected by 11 AM on specified days.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
To measure androstenedione hormone levels in the blood for diagnosing conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), adrenal gland disorders, and other hormonal imbalances, helping guide treatment decisions.
How to Prepare
- Collect an early morning blood sample
- For females, schedule collection one week before or after menstrual period
- Use 3 mL serum from a Serum Separator Tube (SST)
- Ship sample refrigerated or frozen
- Specify age and sex on the test request form
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Ramarao Paidisetty — MBBS, MD (Biochemistry) · Reg. No. 21504
"Androstenedione levels are key for diagnosing hormonal disorders like PCOS and adrenal issues. Early testing helps in timely management and treatment."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Hemolyzed or lipemic samples
- Insufficient sample volume
- Improper labeling or missing information
- Sample not collected in preferred SST tube
Understanding Your Results
Action: Consult an endocrinologist for further evaluation
Level: High
Action: Seek medical advice for appropriate management
Level: Low
If you experience symptoms of hormonal imbalance, such as acne, hair growth changes, or menstrual irregularities, or if your test results are outside the normal range.
Limitations
- ⚠Results may vary based on individual health conditions
- ⚠Not a standalone diagnostic tool; must be correlated with clinical findings
- ⚠Reference ranges can differ between laboratories
Risks & Considerations
- ●Minor bruising or soreness at the needle site
- ●Rare risk of infection or fainting
- ●No significant long-term risks
Interfering Factors
- ●Medications such as steroids or hormone therapies
- ●Supplements affecting hormone levels
- ●Menstrual cycle in females (sampling time advised)
- ●Time of day (levels highest in the morning)
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