--- title: Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) Test type: biomarker url: "https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/dihydrotestosterone-dht" also_known_as: - dht - dihydrotestosterone - dihydrotestosterone (dht) category: Hormones units: - ng/dL order_price_usd: 51.99 order_item: DHT (Dihydrotestosterone) order_url: "https://www.test-well.com/tests/dihydrotestosterone" reviewed_at: 2026-09-05 --- # Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) > Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is measured with a standard blood draw; no fasting is needed. A typical reference range is 30.0 – 85.0 ng/dL (male, age 18+; more bands below). At TestWell it's $51.99 all-in as DHT (Dihydrotestosterone), results in 4–7 business days, drawn at Quest or Labcorp. An out-of-range result is a prompt to look closer, not a diagnosis. Also known as: dht, dihydrotestosterone, dihydrotestosterone (dht). ## Key facts | Fact | Value | | --- | --- | | Units | ng/dL | | Sample | Blood draw | | Fasting | Not required | | Results | 4–7 business days | | Price | $51.99 | | Labs | Quest or Labcorp | ## What does Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) measure? A potent androgen made from testosterone. Drives male-pattern hair growth and prostate activity. ## What is the normal range for Dihydrotestosterone (DHT)? | Population | Reference range | | --- | --- | | Male, age 18+ | 30.0 – 85.0 ng/dL | | Female, age 18+ | 4.00 – 22.0 ng/dL | Reference intervals differ slightly between labs; the range printed on your report is the one to interpret against. Ranges are usually set so 95% of healthy people fall inside them. ## How do you get tested for Dihydrotestosterone (DHT)? | Order | Type | Price | Includes | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [DHT (Dihydrotestosterone)](https://www.test-well.com/tests/dihydrotestosterone) | Single test | $51.99 | This marker | | [Men's Hair Health Panel](https://www.test-well.com/tests/mens-hair-health-panel) | Panel | $499.99 | 19 tests | ## Quest vs Labcorp vs BioReference | Lab | Available | Price | Notes | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Quest Diagnostics | Yes | $51.99 | Choose Quest at checkout; walk-in patient service centers in every state TestWell serves outside NY and NJ. | | Labcorp | Yes | $51.99 | Choose Labcorp at checkout; walk-in patient service centers in every state TestWell serves outside NY and NJ. | | BioReference (NY & NJ) | No | — | Not available in NY/NJ for this test. | - [What a high Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) means (causes, symptoms, next steps)](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/dihydrotestosterone-dht/high) - [What a low Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) means (causes, symptoms, next steps)](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/dihydrotestosterone-dht/low) ## Common questions about Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) ### Do I need a doctor's order to test my dihydrotestosterone (dht)? No. TestWell's licensed physician network reviews and approves your order — usually within minutes. You can place an order online without an in-person visit or a referral from your own doctor. ### How long does it take to get Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) results? Most Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) results are available in 1–3 business days after your specimen arrives at the lab. You'll get an email the moment your results are ready, with everything viewable in your TestWell portal. ### How much does a Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) test cost? Our DHT (Dihydrotestosterone) starts at $51.99. That's the all-in price — no copays, no insurance hoops, no surprise bills. HSA and FSA cards are accepted. ### Do I need to fast before my Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) test? Fasting is not required for the Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) test. You can have your blood drawn any time of day. ### Which lab will process my Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) test? Your test will be processed by Quest Diagnostics, Labcorp, or BioReference depending on which is closest to you and which lab carries the test. All three are CLIA-certified and trusted by hospitals nationwide. You'll choose your lab during checkout from 4,000+ locations. ## Sources - [Mayo Clinic Labs](https://www.mayocliniclabs.com/test-catalog/overview/8055) ## Related biomarkers - [Total Testosterone](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/total-testosterone) - [Free Testosterone](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/free-testosterone) - [SHBG](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/shbg) - [Estradiol](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/estradiol) - [Cortisol AM](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/cortisol-am) - [DHEA-S](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/dhea-s) - [Reference range lookup tool](https://www.test-well.com/tools/reference-range-lookup) - [Lab unit converter](https://www.test-well.com/tools/lab-unit-converter) - [All biomarkers](https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers) --- Medically reviewed by Youmna DiStefano, MD (Medical Reviewer, TestWell); last reviewed 2026-09-05. Review policy: https://www.test-well.com/reviewers/youmna-distefano-md Canonical page: https://www.test-well.com/biomarkers/dihydrotestosterone-dht Machine-readable catalog: https://www.test-well.com/api/catalog.json · MCP server: https://www.test-well.com/mcp · Overview for agents: https://www.test-well.com/llms.txt Prices are cash-pay, in USD, and include physician authorization; every order adds one flat $6 lab processing fee. Educational content is not a diagnosis — discuss results with a clinician.