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Book Androstenedione (A4) in Vikhroli, Mumbai at GetVisit. The Androstenedione (A4) test measures the level of a male-type hormone called androstenedione. NABL-accredited labs in Vikhroli and Chembur, home collection, same-day results and cashless OPD.

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What is a Androstenedione (A4) Test in Mumbai ?

What is Androstenedione (A4)?

The Androstenedione (A4) test measures the level of a male-type hormone called androstenedione. This hormone is made mainly by the adrenal glands and the ovaries or testes. Physical examination provides clues; a test result removes ambiguity and allows targeted, evidence-based management to begin promptly.

What does Androstenedione (A4) measure?

It helps the body produce other sex hormones like testosterone and estrogen. Measuring A4 can show if hormone levels are too high or too low. Doctors use it to help diagnose conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), congenital adrenal hyperplasia, adrenal or ovarian tumors, and causes of early or late puberty. It also helps evaluate unexplained hair growth, deepening voice, or irregular periods.

What symptoms suggest Androstenedione (A4) may be needed?

A doctor may recommend Androstenedione (A4) when a patient reports irregular or absent menstrual periods, unexplained abdominal weight gain, excessive facial or body hair (hirsutism), acne unresponsive to treatment, mood changes, low libido, and difficulty conceiving. GetVisit makes testing convenient in Mumbai, with lab slots and home collection in Dadar, Malad, and nearby areas.

How is Androstenedione (A4) performed?

At a GetVisit-partnered lab in Dadar or Malad, Mumbai, a certified phlebotomist cleans the inner elbow, locates a vein, and draws the required blood (typically 5 to 10 mL). The procedure takes 3 to 5 minutes. You feel a brief pinch at insertion and mild pressure during collection, then can eat, drive, and resume all activities immediately afterwards.

How accurate is Androstenedione (A4)?

Every GetVisit sample from Dadar, Malad, and across Mumbai is processed at NABL-accredited labs that use internationally calibrated reference standards, pass external quality assessments, and maintain internal quality control at every shift. Reports are accepted by all major hospital networks, specialists, and insurance providers in India.

Are there any risks to Androstenedione (A4)?

This is a low-risk procedure whether done at a lab in Dadar or by home collection in Malad, Mumbai. The only intervention is the blood draw. Side effects are limited to a brief pinch and an occasional small bruise that resolves in 24 to 48 hours. Patients on anticoagulants should hold light pressure for 3 to 5 minutes after the draw.

Did you know?

Yes , androstenedione is commonly abbreviated A4 (also called 4-androstenedione or androst-4-ene-3,17-dione).

Androstenedione (A4) Test Preparation in Mumbai

Fasting instructions:

Fasting is not necessary for this test. Drinking water freely beforehand actually makes sample collection easier.

Managing medication:

For reproductive hormones (LH, FSH, oestradiol), collect on day 2 to 5 of your cycle unless told otherwise, and mention any hormonal contraceptive, which affects these values.

What to bring along:

Keep your prescription and ID handy, along with your OPD insurance details if applicable. Wear sleeves that roll up easily.

Timing:

Morning appointments suit most tests, when the body's markers are most stable. GetVisit home collection in Mumbai starts at 6:00 AM, including Vashi and Malad.

Androstenedione (A4) Test Parameters in Mumbai

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Androstenedione (A4). Can be ordered individually or as part of a preventive health package on GetVisit.

Why Take a Androstenedione (A4) Test in Mumbai ?

When does a doctor order Androstenedione (A4)?

Androstenedione (A4) is often included in androgen or adrenal panels when doctors investigate excess hair, acne, irregular menstrual cycles, virilization, or abnormal puberty timing. It helps diagnose PCOS, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, or adrenal/ovarian tumors and monitor treatment.

Who should get Androstenedione (A4) done in Mumbai?

PCOS is increasingly diagnosed among Mumbai's young professional and corporate women. Hormone testing benefits women with irregular cycles, suspected PCOS, or fertility concerns, and men with low energy, low libido, or reduced muscle mass. In Mumbai, high occupational stress and irregular sleep among professionals in Mulund, Belapur, and similar areas are recognised contributors to hormonal imbalance.

What conditions can Androstenedione (A4) help diagnose?

Abnormal levels can result from obesity and insulin resistance, endocrine diseases, or certain medications and hormone therapies. A family history of endocrine disorders or early puberty may make testing important.

What do Androstenedione (A4) results mean?

Higher or positive results: Yes , androstenedione is often elevated in PCOS. Your doctor reads the value against the reference range on your report and your symptoms, and may repeat a borderline result to confirm it.

How often should Androstenedione (A4) be repeated?

Frequency depends on the clinical question. For a fertility or PCOS work-up, tests are often timed to specific cycle days and repeated over one or two cycles. For patients on hormone therapy, monitoring follows the specialist's schedule, typically every few months until stable.

What happens after Androstenedione (A4) results are ready?

You will be notified the moment results are ready, usually the same day for routine tests. Open the report in the GetVisit app to see each value beside its reference range, share it with your doctor in a tap, or book a specialist consultation to talk it through.

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What is a normal androstenedione level?plus

Normal androstenedione varies by sex, age and laboratory method. Typical adult male values are roughly 85–400 ng/dL (≈3–14 nmol/L); adult female values are commonly about 40–250 ng/dL (≈1.4–8.7 nmol/L), with fluctuations across the menstrual cycle and lower levels after menopause. Pediatric ranges are lower. Always compare your result to the lab’s reference range and discuss abnormal values with a clinician.

Is androstenedione A4?plus

Yes , androstenedione is commonly abbreviated A4 (also called 4-androstenedione or androst-4-ene-3,17-dione). It’s an endogenous steroid produced by the adrenal glands and gonads, acting as a prohormone that can be enzymatically converted into testosterone and estrogens (notably estrone). It’s integral to steroidogenesis and is measured when assessing adrenal or gonadal hormone disorders.

What is an A4 test?plus

An A4 test is a simple, printable visual-acuity chart sized to A4 paper for basic home vision screening. It can reveal reduced clarity, blurriness, or distortion but isn’t a substitute for a professional eye exam. Accurate results need correct print scale and testing distance. If you notice persistent blurring, double vision, sudden changes, or other concerns, arrange a full eye assessment promptly.

What is androstenedione test for females?plus

An androstenedione test in females measures blood levels of androstenedione, an androgen produced by ovaries and adrenal glands. It's used to evaluate hirsutism, acne, virilization, irregular periods, suspected polycystic ovary syndrome, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, or adrenal/ovarian tumors. Results help distinguish ovarian vs adrenal sources and monitor treatment. Testing is a simple blood draw; interpretation considers age, menstrual phase, and medications.

Can I drink coffee or tea before Androstenedione (A4)?plus

If Androstenedione (A4) needs fasting, avoid tea and coffee (even without sugar) during the fasting window, as they can affect some results; plain water is fine. If no fasting is required, your usual drinks are okay.

Can Androstenedione (A4) be combined with a health package?plus

Yes. Androstenedione (A4) can be booked on its own or as part of a broader preventive health package on GetVisit, which often works out more cost-effective. You can choose either option before payment.

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Mumbai

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Revathi Pillai

Mumbai

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My endocrinologist wanted baseline hormone levels before adjusting my treatment. I arrived and was attended to within ten minutes. I received the report on my phone and shared it directly with my doctor. Glad I did this , the result changed my doctor's approach to my treatment. Already recommended this to colleagues in my office.

Arun Pillai

Mumbai

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My endocrinologist wanted baseline hormone levels before adjusting my treatment. My sister recommended GetVisit and the booking was genuinely straightforward in Juhu. The phlebotomist was skilled and the draw was quick and painless. Simple blood test , nothing to be anxious about. Early detection was possible only because I got this done on time. Saved time and money compared to going to a hospital lab.

Sachin Patil

Mumbai

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Digital report on WhatsApp was convenient , my doctor reviewed it on the same call. PCOS diagnosis and I monitor hormonal levels every few months as advised. Scheduled a slot online and got an instant confirmation on WhatsApp in Kandivali West. Based on this result, my treatment plan was updated. Will book again without hesitation.

Ravindra Pol

Mumbai

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Irregular periods for months , my gynaecologist ordered a full hormonal panel. Very quick blood draw and I was out in under fifteen minutes. The whole thing was done from my phone in less than five minutes in Chembur. Reports came on WhatsApp and email within the promised time. Genuinely impressed with the service.

Santosh Koli

Mumbai

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Mood swings and fatigue pointed to a hormonal imbalance , this test confirmed it. Booked an early morning slot before my office hours , GetVisit had 7 AM availability in Bandra West. The prick was barely noticeable. The report arrived promptly with all parameters clearly listed. Trustworthy and efficient , exactly what you want when health is involved.

Anthony Fernandes

Mumbai

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The technician was gentle , my elderly mother had no issues at all. Irregular periods for months , my gynaecologist ordered a full hormonal panel. The GetVisit platform made it easy to pick a slot that worked for me near Malad station. The report had highlighted reference ranges which made it easy to read. Genuinely impressed with the service.

Shreya Singh

Mumbai

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No crowding, no chaos , a very different experience from hospital lab queues. My endocrinologist wanted baseline hormone levels before adjusting my treatment. The booking was smooth , I've used GetVisit twice now and it's always quick near my workplace in Lower Parel. Digital report on WhatsApp was convenient , my doctor reviewed it on the same call. Saved time and money compared to going to a hospital lab.

Bhavna Kapadia

Mumbai

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A borderline value was caught early , my doctor said it was good we tested now. Irregular periods for months , my gynaecologist ordered a full hormonal panel. Scheduled a slot online and got an instant confirmation on WhatsApp near Hiranandani in Powai. The staff explained what they were doing at each step which I appreciated. Will definitely use GetVisit again.

Meenakshi Raut

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Mood swings and fatigue pointed to a hormonal imbalance , this test confirmed it. Just a blood draw , over in two minutes. The GetVisit platform made it easy to pick a slot that worked for me in Mulund West. My doctor said the report format was comprehensive and clear. Will book again without hesitation.

Khushboo Patel

Mumbai

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My sister recommended GetVisit and the booking was genuinely straightforward in Andheri East. Very quick blood draw and I was out in under fifteen minutes. The lab staff were polite and I wasn't kept waiting. A borderline value was caught early , my doctor said it was good we tested now. Will definitely return for my next health check.

Revathi Pillai

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

My endocrinologist wanted baseline hormone levels before adjusting my treatment. I arrived and was attended to within ten minutes. I received the report on my phone and shared it directly with my doctor. Glad I did this , the result changed my doctor's approach to my treatment. Already recommended this to colleagues in my office.

Arun Pillai

Mumbai

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My endocrinologist wanted baseline hormone levels before adjusting my treatment. My sister recommended GetVisit and the booking was genuinely straightforward in Juhu. The phlebotomist was skilled and the draw was quick and painless. Simple blood test , nothing to be anxious about. Early detection was possible only because I got this done on time. Saved time and money compared to going to a hospital lab.

Sachin Patil

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Digital report on WhatsApp was convenient , my doctor reviewed it on the same call. PCOS diagnosis and I monitor hormonal levels every few months as advised. Scheduled a slot online and got an instant confirmation on WhatsApp in Kandivali West. Based on this result, my treatment plan was updated. Will book again without hesitation.

Ravindra Pol

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Irregular periods for months , my gynaecologist ordered a full hormonal panel. Very quick blood draw and I was out in under fifteen minutes. The whole thing was done from my phone in less than five minutes in Chembur. Reports came on WhatsApp and email within the promised time. Genuinely impressed with the service.

Santosh Koli

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Mood swings and fatigue pointed to a hormonal imbalance , this test confirmed it. Booked an early morning slot before my office hours , GetVisit had 7 AM availability in Bandra West. The prick was barely noticeable. The report arrived promptly with all parameters clearly listed. Trustworthy and efficient , exactly what you want when health is involved.

Anthony Fernandes

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

The technician was gentle , my elderly mother had no issues at all. Irregular periods for months , my gynaecologist ordered a full hormonal panel. The GetVisit platform made it easy to pick a slot that worked for me near Malad station. The report had highlighted reference ranges which made it easy to read. Genuinely impressed with the service.

Shreya Singh

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

No crowding, no chaos , a very different experience from hospital lab queues. My endocrinologist wanted baseline hormone levels before adjusting my treatment. The booking was smooth , I've used GetVisit twice now and it's always quick near my workplace in Lower Parel. Digital report on WhatsApp was convenient , my doctor reviewed it on the same call. Saved time and money compared to going to a hospital lab.

Bhavna Kapadia

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

A borderline value was caught early , my doctor said it was good we tested now. Irregular periods for months , my gynaecologist ordered a full hormonal panel. Scheduled a slot online and got an instant confirmation on WhatsApp near Hiranandani in Powai. The staff explained what they were doing at each step which I appreciated. Will definitely use GetVisit again.

Meenakshi Raut

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Mood swings and fatigue pointed to a hormonal imbalance , this test confirmed it. Just a blood draw , over in two minutes. The GetVisit platform made it easy to pick a slot that worked for me in Mulund West. My doctor said the report format was comprehensive and clear. Will book again without hesitation.

Khushboo Patel

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

My sister recommended GetVisit and the booking was genuinely straightforward in Andheri East. Very quick blood draw and I was out in under fifteen minutes. The lab staff were polite and I wasn't kept waiting. A borderline value was caught early , my doctor said it was good we tested now. Will definitely return for my next health check.

Revathi Pillai

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

My endocrinologist wanted baseline hormone levels before adjusting my treatment. I arrived and was attended to within ten minutes. I received the report on my phone and shared it directly with my doctor. Glad I did this , the result changed my doctor's approach to my treatment. Already recommended this to colleagues in my office.

Arun Pillai

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

My endocrinologist wanted baseline hormone levels before adjusting my treatment. My sister recommended GetVisit and the booking was genuinely straightforward in Juhu. The phlebotomist was skilled and the draw was quick and painless. Simple blood test , nothing to be anxious about. Early detection was possible only because I got this done on time. Saved time and money compared to going to a hospital lab.

Sachin Patil

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Digital report on WhatsApp was convenient , my doctor reviewed it on the same call. PCOS diagnosis and I monitor hormonal levels every few months as advised. Scheduled a slot online and got an instant confirmation on WhatsApp in Kandivali West. Based on this result, my treatment plan was updated. Will book again without hesitation.

Ravindra Pol

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Irregular periods for months , my gynaecologist ordered a full hormonal panel. Very quick blood draw and I was out in under fifteen minutes. The whole thing was done from my phone in less than five minutes in Chembur. Reports came on WhatsApp and email within the promised time. Genuinely impressed with the service.

Santosh Koli

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Mood swings and fatigue pointed to a hormonal imbalance , this test confirmed it. Booked an early morning slot before my office hours , GetVisit had 7 AM availability in Bandra West. The prick was barely noticeable. The report arrived promptly with all parameters clearly listed. Trustworthy and efficient , exactly what you want when health is involved.

Anthony Fernandes

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

The technician was gentle , my elderly mother had no issues at all. Irregular periods for months , my gynaecologist ordered a full hormonal panel. The GetVisit platform made it easy to pick a slot that worked for me near Malad station. The report had highlighted reference ranges which made it easy to read. Genuinely impressed with the service.

Shreya Singh

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

No crowding, no chaos , a very different experience from hospital lab queues. My endocrinologist wanted baseline hormone levels before adjusting my treatment. The booking was smooth , I've used GetVisit twice now and it's always quick near my workplace in Lower Parel. Digital report on WhatsApp was convenient , my doctor reviewed it on the same call. Saved time and money compared to going to a hospital lab.

Bhavna Kapadia

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

A borderline value was caught early , my doctor said it was good we tested now. Irregular periods for months , my gynaecologist ordered a full hormonal panel. Scheduled a slot online and got an instant confirmation on WhatsApp near Hiranandani in Powai. The staff explained what they were doing at each step which I appreciated. Will definitely use GetVisit again.

Meenakshi Raut

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Mood swings and fatigue pointed to a hormonal imbalance , this test confirmed it. Just a blood draw , over in two minutes. The GetVisit platform made it easy to pick a slot that worked for me in Mulund West. My doctor said the report format was comprehensive and clear. Will book again without hesitation.

Khushboo Patel

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

My sister recommended GetVisit and the booking was genuinely straightforward in Andheri East. Very quick blood draw and I was out in under fifteen minutes. The lab staff were polite and I wasn't kept waiting. A borderline value was caught early , my doctor said it was good we tested now. Will definitely return for my next health check.

Revathi Pillai

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

My endocrinologist wanted baseline hormone levels before adjusting my treatment. I arrived and was attended to within ten minutes. I received the report on my phone and shared it directly with my doctor. Glad I did this , the result changed my doctor's approach to my treatment. Already recommended this to colleagues in my office.

Arun Pillai

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

My endocrinologist wanted baseline hormone levels before adjusting my treatment. My sister recommended GetVisit and the booking was genuinely straightforward in Juhu. The phlebotomist was skilled and the draw was quick and painless. Simple blood test , nothing to be anxious about. Early detection was possible only because I got this done on time. Saved time and money compared to going to a hospital lab.

Sachin Patil

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Digital report on WhatsApp was convenient , my doctor reviewed it on the same call. PCOS diagnosis and I monitor hormonal levels every few months as advised. Scheduled a slot online and got an instant confirmation on WhatsApp in Kandivali West. Based on this result, my treatment plan was updated. Will book again without hesitation.

Ravindra Pol

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Irregular periods for months , my gynaecologist ordered a full hormonal panel. Very quick blood draw and I was out in under fifteen minutes. The whole thing was done from my phone in less than five minutes in Chembur. Reports came on WhatsApp and email within the promised time. Genuinely impressed with the service.

Santosh Koli

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Mood swings and fatigue pointed to a hormonal imbalance , this test confirmed it. Booked an early morning slot before my office hours , GetVisit had 7 AM availability in Bandra West. The prick was barely noticeable. The report arrived promptly with all parameters clearly listed. Trustworthy and efficient , exactly what you want when health is involved.

Anthony Fernandes

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

The technician was gentle , my elderly mother had no issues at all. Irregular periods for months , my gynaecologist ordered a full hormonal panel. The GetVisit platform made it easy to pick a slot that worked for me near Malad station. The report had highlighted reference ranges which made it easy to read. Genuinely impressed with the service.

Shreya Singh

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

No crowding, no chaos , a very different experience from hospital lab queues. My endocrinologist wanted baseline hormone levels before adjusting my treatment. The booking was smooth , I've used GetVisit twice now and it's always quick near my workplace in Lower Parel. Digital report on WhatsApp was convenient , my doctor reviewed it on the same call. Saved time and money compared to going to a hospital lab.

Bhavna Kapadia

Mumbai