The analysis of this test is carried out 1-2 times per week by the laboratory. Please expect a slightly longer processing time.
DHT (Dihydrotestosteron)
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Visit your pharmacy and ask about CaboCheck.
With each test, you will receive an information sheet with your personal test QR code (CaboCheck-ID), through which you can retrieve the test result.
Test execution on-site or at a later date
You have the choice to have the test done directly in the pharmacy or to make an appointment. Sample collection is done quickly and easily by our special capillary blood machine, which ensures a gentle and efficient blood draw.
Quick and reliable results
Your sample will be evaluated by a professional laboratory, and you will receive your detailed laboratory report via email within 2-3 days. Benefit from the accuracy and reliability of medical laboratory tests, conveniently and easily conducted in your pharmacy.
CaboCheck Benefits
Professionelle Probenentnahme vor Ort in der Apotheke
Einfache Kapillarblutentnahme innerhalb von 2 Minuten
Auswertung durch medizinisches Facharztlabor
Labor-Ergebnisse als PDF oder online
Fragen und Antworten zu DHT - Dihydrotestosteron
What is the respective laboratory value?
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is a metabolite of testosterone and a potent androgen that plays an important role in the development of male sexual characteristics and hair follicle regulation. The laboratory value measures the DHT concentration in the blood.
For whom is such a test to be considered?
A DHT test is recommended for: • Men with symptoms of hair loss or androgenetic alopecia • Patients with suspected hormonal disorders such as hypogonadism • Women with symptoms of hirsutism (increased body hair) or PCOS • Monitoring of patients under antiandrogen therapy
What is it used for?
The test serves the diagnosis and monitoring of hormonal disorders related to DHT, such as hair loss, prostate diseases, or excessive hair growth.
What can be inferred from that?
A high DHT value can indicate: • Androgenetic alopecia (male pattern baldness) • Prostate hyperplasia or prostate cancer • Hirsutism or PCOS in women A low DHT value can be caused by: • Hypogonadism (testosterone deficiency) • Antiandrogen therapy or 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors Symptoms of abnormal DHT levels can include: • Hair loss or increased hair growth • Decreased libido or erectile dysfunction
What is the ideal time for a test?
The test should be carried out in the morning, as DHT values, like other hormones, are subject to a daily rhythm.
Particularly interesting?
• DHT is more specific than testosterone to assess androgen-dependent diseases such as hair loss or prostate diseases. • 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors (e.g. finasteride) specifically lower DHT and are often used in androgenetic alopecia or prostate hyperplasia. • Chronic stress and hormone therapies can influence the values.