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Male Hairfall and Early Balding - Causes and Tests

  • What is Male Hairfall and Early Balding?

    Male hairfall and early balding refer to the loss of hair from the scalp, often starting with a receding hairline or thinning at the crown.

  • How is Male Hairfall and Early Balding Diagnosed?

    Male hairfall and early balding are diagnosed through medical history, physical examination, and tests like Dihydrotestosterone, SHBG, Free Testosterone, 4-Androstenedione, FSH, LH, and Prolactin.

  • When to do Tests for Male Hairfall and Early Balding?

    Tests should be done if you notice excessive hair loss, a receding hairline, or thinning hair at a young age.

  • How is Male Hairfall and Early Balding Treated?

    Treatment may include medications, hair care products, lifestyle changes, and sometimes medical procedures.

Do this panel of tests if you have any of the following symptoms :

  • Hair Thinning

    Noticeable reduction in hair density on the scalp.

  • Receding Hairline

    Hairline moving backwards, making the forehead appear larger.

  • Bald Spots

    Small patches where hair is completely missing.

  • Excess Shedding

    More hair falling out than usual, especially while combing or washing.

  • Oily Scalp

    Scalp producing more oil than normal, possibly affecting hair health.

List of tests included in the Male Hairfall Test Panel

Name How It Helps
DHT-Dihydrotestosterone
Contains 1 tests including : DHT-Dihydrotestosterone
  1. Checks for high DHT levels which can cause hair loss in men
SHBG-Sex Hormone Binding Globulin
Contains 1 tests including : SHBG-Sex Hormone Binding Globulin
  1. Checks SHBG levels which can affect free testosterone levels
Free Testosterone
Contains 1 tests including : Free Testosterone
  1. Checks free testosterone levels which can affect hair loss
Androstenedione
Contains 1 tests including : Androstenedione
  1. Checks androstenedione levels which can affect hair growth
FSH, LH, Prolactin
Contains 3 tests including : FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone),LH (Leutinising Hormone),Prolactin
  1. Checks FSH levels which can affect hormone balance

List of Eligibility Criteria for the Male Hairfall Test Panel

  • Adult Males

    This test package is designed for adult males who are experiencing hair loss or balding issues.

  • Minimum Age

    The Male Balding Blood Tests package is suitable for males who are 18 years and older.

  • Not on Hormone Therapy

    Males who are not currently undergoing hormone therapy should take this test to get accurate results.

Summary

  • What is the cost of Male Hairfall Test Panel in Pune?

    The cost of Male Balding Blood Tests in Pune is Rs. 12500.0, at Pathofast Lab.

  • What type of sample is necessary for Male Hairfall Test Panel?

    Male Balding Blood Tests needs and Blood Sample

  • In how much time will the reports be ready for Male Hairfall Test Panel?

    All the Male Balding Blood Tests reports will be ready after 7 days. 1 reports will be ready earlier, after 1 days.

  • What are the normal ranges for different tests in the Male Hairfall Test Panel?

    Please refer to the table of Normal Ranges below.

  • Is home sample collection available for Male Balding Blood Tests?

    Yes, home sample collection is available for Male Hairfall Test Panel various areas of Pune.

How to prepare for the Male Balding Blood Tests?

Before getting these tests, you should be aware of important pre-test guidelines. These include whether or not to fast, which medicines you can take and what foods to avoid.

The following table illustrates important preparation guidelines for the Male Hairfall Test Panel

Table of preparation guidelines and pre-test information for Male Balding Blood Tests

Precautions Details
At what time should the test be done? The test can be done between 6 am to 9 am in the morning.
Can I eat before the test? No, you need to be fasting for 8-12 hours before the test. Water is allowed, tea without sugar is allowed.
Which medicines can affect the test results? The test results may be affected by medicines like . If you are taking these medications, please inform the lab.
Which foods can affect the test results? These tests are not affected by foods.
Other instructions to be followed before the test? avoid excessive physical activity before the test

List of normal ranges of the tests in Male Balding Blood Tests?

The following list shows the normal ranges of the different tests included in Male Hairfall Test Panel.

  • DHT-Dihydrotestosterone

    • Men : 112-955
    • Women : 0-300

    Please view the detailed list of ranges at Here

  • SHBG-Sex Hormone Binding Globulin

    -
    Please view the detailed list of ranges at Here

  • Free Testosterone

    • Men : 50.0-210.0
    • Women : 1.0-8.5

    Please view the detailed list of ranges at Here

  • Androstenedione

    • Men : 0.26-2.14
    • Women : 0.33-1.34

    Please view the detailed list of ranges at Here

  • FSH, LH, Prolactin

    • Men :
      • FSH:1.3 - 8.4
      • LH:1.42-15.4
      • Prolactin:2.0-18.0
    • Women :
      • FSH:4.7-21.5
      • LH:2.0-105.0
      • Prolactin:2.0-30.0

    Please view the detailed list of ranges at Here

How long do the reports take for Male Balding Blood Tests?

All the Male Hairfall Test Panel reports will be ready after 7 days. 1 reports will be ready earlier, after 1 days..

The table below lists the time taken by individual reports in the Male Balding Blood Tests

Table of time taken by different tests in the Male Hairfall Test Panel

Report Name How Long It Takes
DHT-Dihydrotestosterone 7 days
SHBG-Sex Hormone Binding Globulin 3 days
Free Testosterone 2 days
Androstenedione 3 days
FSH, LH, Prolactin 1 days

Frequently Asked Questions

The DHT test measures the level of dihydrotestosterone, a hormone linked to hair loss in men. High levels of DHT can cause hair follicles to shrink, leading to hair thinning and loss.

SHBG, or Sex Hormone Binding Globulin, can affect the amount of testosterone available in the body. High levels of SHBG can lower the amount of free testosterone, which may contribute to hair loss.

The Free Testosterone Test measures the level of testosterone that is not bound to proteins in the blood. Low levels of free testosterone can be a factor in hair loss.

The 4-Androstenedione Test measures a steroid hormone that is a precursor to both testosterone and estrogen. Abnormal levels can affect hair growth and may contribute to hair loss.

FSH and LH are hormones that regulate the production of testosterone. Abnormal levels can impact hair growth. High levels of prolactin can also lead to hair loss, as it may interfere with testosterone production.

Why Choose Pathofast for Male Androgens Package

Pathofast Lab in Pune, is the best lab in Pune for accurate and reliable blood tests. Our lab is located conveniently in the center of Pune and we also offer home sample collection for the Male Androgens Package in various areas of Pune.

You can be assured of quality service and timely and accurate reports

Home Sample Collection is Available for Male Androgens Package at the following locations in Pune :

  • Jangli Maharaj Nagar
  • Ravet
  • Viman Nagar
  • Shastrinagar, Yerawada
  • NIBM Undri Road, Kondhwa
  • Camp
  • Aundh
  • Baner
  • Dattwadi
  • Undri
  • Pimpri-Chinchwad
  • Kalyani Nagar
  • Koregaon Park
  • Sadashiv Peth