3a ANDROSTENEDIOL GLUCORONIDE

The 3a ANDROSTENEDIOL GLUCORONIDE blood test measures androstenedione levels in the blood. 3a-androstanediol glucuronide is a male sex hormone created when testosterone is degraded. This test may help your doctor diagnose hormonal imbalances.

Why done? 

• Excess androstenedione and other androgens can cause children to have excess body hair (hirsutism), atypical menstrual periods in girls, and precocious (early) puberty in both girls and boys.
• Overproduction of androstenedione can be caused by adrenal tumors, ACTH-producing tumors, and adrenal hyperplasia.
• The level of androstenedione can be done as part of testing for sports doping.

Procedure for Androstanediol Glucuronide Blood Test: 

An androstanediol glucuronide blood test requires a small needle to take blood from an arm vein. A health care expert will perform the test. Following the insertion of the needle, A small volume of blood is drawn and deposited in a test tube or vial. When the needle is inserted or removed, you may experience a slight stinging sensation. The majority of the time, this takes less than five minutes.

How does one prepare for the test?  

In general, you don't need to do anything before this test unless your doctor specifically instructs you to do so.

Required Documents for 3a ANDROSTANEDIOL GLUCURONIDE: 

• Doctor prescription.

After Care: 

Leave the dressing strip on for 15 minutes. No particular type of care is required.

Cost of 3a ANDROSTENEDIOL GLUCORONIDE test in Delhi: 

The 3a-androstanediol glucuronide test cost varies by region and facility. So constantly get tested at trustworthy diagnostic centres like Ganesh Diagnostic. It is staffed by trained and experienced professionals to assure patient and visitor safety.