Hirsutism is identified by the existence of stiff or dark body hair on areas of the body where women do not normally have hair, primarily the face, chest, lower abdomen, inner thighs, and back.

Tests that measure the number of certain hormones in your blood, such as testosterone or testosterone-like hormones, may aid in determining whether your hirsutism is caused by high androgen levels. In addition, your doctor may perform an abdominal and pelvic exam to look for masses that could be tumours.

In this profile, you will find additional tests to help you evaluate yourself.

There are following tests come into Hirsutism Check-up profile 1:

• Androstenedione
• Dheas (Dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate)
• Free testosterone

1. FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone) Test - This test determines the concentration of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) in your blood. The pituitary gland, a small gland located beneath the brain, produces FSH. FSH is essential for sexual development and function.
2. LH (luteinizing hormone) Test - The LH blood test determines the level of luteinizing hormone (LH) in the blood. LH is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland, which is found on the underside of the brain.
3. Prolactin Test - A prolactin levels test is typically used to: Diagnosis of a prolactinoma (a type of tumour of the pituitary gland) Assist in determining the cause of a woman's menstrual irregularities and/or infertility. Assist in determining the cause of a man's low sex drive and/or erectile dysfunction.
4. DHEA Test - This test detects DHEA sulphate (DHEAS) levels in your blood. DHEAS is an abbreviation for dehydroepiandrosterone sulphate. DHEAS is a sex hormone produced by both men and women. DHEAS is essential in the production of the male sex hormone testosterone and the female sex hormone oestrogen. It also plays a role in the development of male sexual characteristics during puberty.
5. Free Testosterone Test - A free testosterone test only detects "active" testosterone. Although this test is less common, it may be useful in diagnosing certain medical conditions. A bioavailable testosterone test measures free testosterone as well as testosterone that is loosely attached to albumin, a blood protein.