Steroid Panel for PCOS / Non-Classical CAH Differentiation Test
Short Name: Steroid Panel PCOS/CAH Diff
Also known as: Steroid Panel, PCOS/NCCAH Differentiation Test
Steroid Panel for PCOS / Non-Classical CAH Differentiation Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹4,500. Uses LC-MS/MS on Serum samples. Results in Reports are delivered on Wednesday or Saturday for samples received by 9 am on Monday or Thursday.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Ramarao Paidisetty
Consultant Biochemist · Reg: 21504
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
The purpose of this test is to differentiate between PCOS and Non-Classical Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (NCCAH). It measures androstenedione, DHEAS, 17-hydroxyprogesterone, and total testosterone levels to identify the source of androgen excess and guide appropriate treatment.
- Test Code
- 3664
- Price
- ₹4,500
- Sample Type
- Serum
- Result Time
- Reports are delivered on Wednesday or Saturday for samples received by 9 am on Monday or Thursday.
- Fasting Required
- Yes
- Method
- LC-MS/MS
Sample Collection
Sample should be taken between 8-10 am, ideally in a fasting state as advised by your doctor. For menstruating females, sample should be given in the first 10 days of the menstrual cycle.
Method: Venipuncture
Laboratory Analysis
A blood sample is drawn from a vein in your arm. Ensure the specimen tube is a Red Top (No Additive) tube.
Report Delivery
No special precautions. You can resume normal activities.
Timeline: Reports are delivered on Wednesday or Saturday for samples received by 9 am on Monday or Thursday.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
The purpose of this test is to differentiate between PCOS and Non-Classical Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (NCCAH). It measures androstenedione, DHEAS, 17-hydroxyprogesterone, and total testosterone levels to identify the source of androgen excess and guide appropriate treatment.
How to Prepare
- Use Red Top tube without additives. Do not use SST gel barrier tubes.
- Specify time and date on specimen container and test request form.
- Ship refrigerated or frozen.
- Take sample between 8-10 am due to diurnal variation.
- For menstruating females, collect in first 10 days of cycle.
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Ramarao Paidisetty — MBBS, MD (Biochemistry) · Reg. No. 21504
"Differentiating PCOS from NCCAH is essential for targeted therapy. This steroid panel with LC-MS/MS provides reliable measurement of adrenal and ovarian androgens."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- SST gel barrier tubes
- Hemolyzed or lipemic samples
- Sample not collected at appropriate time
Understanding Your Results
May indicate Non-Classical Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (NCCAH)
May indicate Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Neither condition is suggested; other causes may be evaluated
If you experience acne, irregular periods, hirsutism, or infertility, consult an endocrinologist or gynecologist.
Limitations
- ⚠Results should be interpreted by a physician alongside clinical findings.
- ⚠Borderline cases may require ACTH stimulation testing for confirmatory diagnosis.
Risks & Considerations
- ●Minimal risk of pain or bruising at the injection site
- ●Lightheadedness
Interfering Factors
- ●Sample not collected between 8-10 am
- ●Use of SST gel barrier tubes
- ●Sample not refrigerated or frozen promptly
- ●Menstrual cycle phase not documented
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