{"product_id":"androgens-index","title":"Androgens Index","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAndrogen Index Test\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e helps assess androgen activity in the body by evaluating the relationship between testosterone and Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin (SHBG).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Free Androgen Index (FAI) is commonly used to estimate the amount of biologically available testosterone and investigate hormonal imbalances, particularly in women with symptoms of excess androgen activity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Does This Test Check?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps assess androgen hormone activity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports the investigation of suspected hormonal imbalances.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMay assist in evaluating symptoms such as excessive facial hair and acne.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps investigate conditions such as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports the assessment of testosterone and SHBG balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Blood (confirm serum or plasma requirements with the laboratory)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequired Quantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3–5 cc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepartment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Clinical Chemistry \/ Hormone Testing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePatient Preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow your doctor's instructions regarding sample collection timing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor women, the menstrual cycle phase may be relevant depending on the clinical purpose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInform your healthcare provider about hormonal medications and supplements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow any specific preparation instructions provided by the laboratory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe term \"Androgen Index\" commonly refers to the Free Androgen Index (FAI), calculated using total testosterone and SHBG measurements. However, the exact tests included should be confirmed with the laboratory before booking. Results should be interpreted alongside symptoms and other clinical findings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReporting Time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e To be confirmed by the laboratory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease confirm test availability and sample collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"London Pharmacy Global Pakistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68025772638460,"sku":"LAB-040","price":4700.0,"currency_code":"PKR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.londonpharmacyglobal.com\/products\/androgens-index","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}