Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) LabCorp
This test measures the amount of DHT in the blood, which is an androgen that functions similarly to Testosterone.
LabCorp Test #: 500142, CPT: 80327

What is this test?
The DHT (Dihydrotestosterone) test measures your DHT levels, which can provide insight into symptoms like hair loss, sexual dysfunction, and enlarged prostate in men.
DHT is an androgen similar to testosterone that is responsible for the development of male secondary sex characteristics. Women also produce DHT in much smaller quantities than men. Elevated levels of DHT can trigger androgenic alopecia, or male- and female-patterned baldness. Low levels of DHT can cause sexual dysfunction.
Who is this test for?
The DHT test is for anyone who may be dealing with hair loss or other symptoms related to abnormal DHT levels.