HIRSUTISM SCREENING PROFILE (3 PARA)

Hirsutism is the presence of excess terminal hairs in women. This happens in a male-like pattern. Research says that hirsutism happens due to the increase in activity of 5α-reductase in the hair follicles of women. Hirsutism Profile is an endocrinology lab test, which helps in the treatment of hirsutism in women. Around 50% of the women suffering from hirsutism have been found to have an excess androgen. Hyperandrogenism can stem from ovarian or adrenal reasons. In such cases, the blood test for the hirsutism profile can prove to be beneficial. Testing of testosterone levels, dehydroepiandrosterone, and dexamethasone is done as a part of the tests.