Tag: DHA

  • Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHA)

    Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHA)

    Indications: The test is useful for diagnosis of adrenal hyperandrogenism. Before prescribing DHEA, we must ensure that the absence of biological cons-indications; consideration, as far as levels of DHA, help them. Principle: The dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate is a pro-hormone androgen without own activity. Catabolised androgen, it acquires a virilizing action. Its prescription appears to affect sleep…

  • Hyponatremia

    Hyponatremia

    Defined by a lower plasma sodium concentration of 136 mmol / L, hyponatremia are among the most frequent and electrolyte abnormalities, both in hospitals and in general practice. They are in good standing witness to a hypotonic plasma, biological expression of an intracellular hydration and consequence of a positive water balance. It is necessary to…