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A Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulphate test measures the levels of dehydroepiandrosterone sulphate (DHEAS) in the blood. DHEAS is a steroid hormone that is present in both males and females. It is primarily produced by the adrenal glands, with smaller amounts produced by ovaries in females and testicles in males. 

DHEAS plays a role in developing male secondary sexual characteristics at puberty. The body can convert it into more potent androgens like testosterone and androstenedione. Also, it can be converted into the female hormone estrogen. 

A Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulphate test helps diagnose and differentiate certain endocrine disorders, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of hormonal balance in the body.

The Testosterone Free test measures the level of unattached or free testosterone in the blood. It is called free testosterone or free T because it is not attached to other molecules, especially proteins. The body actively uses free testosterone as signaling molecules that regulate metabolism and other cellular functions.

The HbA1c (Glycosylated Hemoglobin) test precisely measures the percentage of sugar-coated or glycated hemoglobin in your blood. The test results represent the proportion of hemoglobin in your blood that has been glycated. 

Hemoglobin, a vital protein found in red blood cells, is responsible for transporting oxygen throughout the body. Hemoglobin A is the most abundant form of hemoglobin, and when blood sugar levels increase, a higher proportion of hemoglobin A becomes glycated. As red blood cells have a lifespan of approximately 120 days, the sugar molecules remain attached to the hemoglobin for the duration of the cell's life. Consequently, the HbA1c (Glycosylated Hemoglobin) test offers insight into your average blood sugar levels over the past 2-3 months.

The AMH (Anti-Mullerian Hormone) test measures the levels of anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH) in the body. This hormone is produced by the testes in men and the ovaries in women. In women, the test shows how many eggs are left in the ovaries, helps check fertility and predicts how the body may respond to treatments like IVF. It can also help diagnose conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). In boys and men, AMH reflects Sertoli cell function; low levels in infants/children can indicate testicular dysfunction, undescended testes, or some disorders of sex development. AMH interpretation in adult men is different and must be correlated with other tests.

The Serum Prolactin test measures how much prolactin hormone is in the blood. During pregnancy, prolactin works along with estrogen and progesterone to prepare the body for breastfeeding. After delivery, prolactin helps start and maintain milk production. If a woman does not breastfeed, her prolactin levels drop soon after birth.

Besides pregnancy, the most common cause of high prolactin is a prolactinoma. It is a non-cancerous tumor in the pituitary gland. These tumors are more common in women but can also occur in men. If the tumor becomes large, it may press on the optic nerve, causing headaches and vision problems. It can also affect the production of other hormones.

The Thyroid Profile Total (T3, T4 & TSH) measures the circulating amounts of three key hormones:

• Total T3​ (Total Triiodothyronine): T3​ is the most active thyroid hormone and plays a major role in metabolism. The Thyroid Profile Total test measures both T3 bound to proteins and free T3 in the blood.
• Total T4​ (Total Thyroxine): T4​ is the primary hormone secreted by the thyroid gland. The Thyroid Profile Total test measures both protein-bound and free T4. It is a good indicator of overall thyroid hormone production.
• TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone): This hormone, released by the pituitary gland, controls the production of T4​ and T3​ by the thyroid. It is the best screening test for determining whether the thyroid is functioning normally.