Androstenedione

ChemistryAlso known as: Androst 24h Ur-mRateAlso known as: Androst 24h Ur-sCncAlso known as: Androst 24h Ur-sRatenmol/L

Measures the level of androstenedione, an androgen hormone produced by adrenal glands.

Normal Range
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nmol/L
Abnormal Levels
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Specimen Type
Blood

Why This Biomarker Matters

Abnormal androstenedione levels indicate hormonal imbalances affecting fertility, metabolism, and secondary sexual characteristics that require diagnosis and treatment.

Overview

Androstenedione is an androgen (male hormone) produced by the adrenal glands and gonads. This test measures circulating androstenedione levels. Elevated levels may indicate polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), adrenal tumors, or adrenal hyperplasia. Low levels can suggest adrenal insufficiency. This test is commonly ordered in women with irregular periods, excess facial hair, or fertility issues, and in both sexes when adrenal disorders are suspected.

Research & Evidence

57 publications

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Combinatorial metabolic engineering ofLY-2 for efficient androstenedione production from phytosterols.
Synth Syst Biotechnol · 2027
PMID: 42662827
Biochemical control in young women with congenital adrenal hyperplasia taking oral contraceptives: a prospective observational study.
Eur J Endocrinol · 2026
PMID: 42625298
Transition from Pediatric to Adult Endocrine Care in Patients with Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: A Single-Center Retrospective Analysis.
Medicina (Kaunas) · 2026
PMID: 42796361
A Single-Aliquot Strategy for Simultaneous Carbon Isotope Confirmation of 6-Oxo-Androstenedione and Testosterone Misuse in Doping Control.
Drug Test Anal · 2026
PMID: 42801914
Impact of 5-alpha reductase inhibitors on male reproductive health: A review of finasteride and dutasteride.
Reprod Toxicol · 2026
PMID: 42069234
History of the early development of aromatase inhibitors for treatment of breast cancer.
Breast Cancer Res Treat · 2026
PMID: 42622775
Correlation of Androstenedione and Testosterone Measurements by LC-MS/MS and GC-qTOF.
Drug Test Anal · 2026
PMID: 42394135
Glucocorticoid reduction after starting crinecerfont in pediatric patients with classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia: practical perspectives.
J Clin Endocrinol Metab · 2026
PMID: 42082437
In vitro models for testicular steroidogenesis: current status and future perspectives.
Arch Toxicol · 2026
PMID: 42047694
Altered reproductive hormone profiles in systemic lupus erythematosus - A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Autoimmun Rev · 2026
PMID: 42409298

Research data from MEDLINE/PubMed · 57 articles

Technical Information (LOINC Codes)

Standardized laboratory codes for this biomarker

1854-9Primary
Androstenedione [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma
ng/mL
14603-5
Androstenedione [Moles/volume] in Serum or Plasma
nmol/L
15028-4
Androstenedione [Moles/time] in 24 hour Urine
umol/(24.h)
1851-5
Androstenedione [Mass/volume] in Amniotic fluid
ng/dL
1852-3
Androstenedione [Mass/volume] in Capillary blood
ng/dL
1853-1
Androstenedione [Mass/volume] in Semen
ng/dL
1855-6
Androstenedione [Mass/volume] in Urine
ng/dL
34239-4
Androstenedione [Moles/volume] in 24 hour Urine
nmol/L
43817-6
Androstenedione [Presence] in Serum or Plasma
53343-0
Androstenedione [Mass/volume] in DBS
ng/dL
53344-8
Androstenedione [Moles/volume] in DBS
nmol/L
72489-8
Androstenedione [Moles/volume] in Saliva (oral fluid)
pmol/L
9310-4
Androstenedione [Mass/time] in 24 hour Urine
ng/(24.h)
93731-8
Androstenedione [Moles/volume] in Amniotic fluid
nmol/L
97756-1
Androstenedione [Mass/volume] in Body fluid
ng/mL
107493-9
Androstenedione [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma by LC/MS/MS
ug/dL
97757-9
Androstenedione [Moles/volume] in Body fluid
nmol/L
15027-6
Androstenedione [Moles/volume] in Urine
umol/L

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Androstenedione Test

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