Androgen profile
Quick answer: An androgen profile is a group of blood tests for male-type hormones such as testosterone; the exact list of tests in this package is available from the hospital. Doctors order it when a woman has extra hair growth, acne or irregular periods, or when a man has symptoms of low testosterone.
- SampleBlood
- TakesAbout 5 minutes
- Before the testAn early-morning sample may be requested.
- In fertility careHigh androgens in women are often linked with PCOS, which can affect ovulation and fertility.
How the test is done
- 1You may be booked for a morning sample
- 2Women may be asked to come in the first days of the cycle
- 3One blood sample is taken for all the tests in the profile
- 4Your doctor reviews the results together
What your results can mean
Reading your report
Hormone ranges differ between labs and by age, sex and cycle day, so discuss your result with your doctor.
If the result is outside the usual range
High androgen levels in women can be seen with PCOS, adrenal conditions or, rarely, hormone-making tumours. Low levels in men can be seen with testicular or pituitary problems.
Who usually has this test
Women with extra hair growth, acne or irregular periods, and men with low sex drive, low energy or fertility concerns.
Risks and aftercare
Minor bruising at the needle site is possible.
Names and options
Also called: male hormone panel, androgen panel
Listed by the hospital as
- ANDROGEN PROFILE, SERUM
Questions about this test
Which tests are usually in an androgen profile?
Profiles often include total testosterone, SHBG, DHEA-S and sometimes androstenedione or free testosterone. Ask the hospital for the exact list in this package.
Why might a woman need an androgen profile?
Extra hair, acne, hair thinning and irregular periods can come from high androgens. The profile helps find the cause, such as PCOS or an adrenal condition.
Does the time of day matter for androgen tests?
Yes. Testosterone is usually highest in the morning, so a morning sample is often requested.
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This page explains each test in general terms so you know what to expect. It is not medical advice: your doctor decides which tests you need and what your results mean. Reference ranges differ between laboratories. Updated 4 November 2026.