Pattern of Hyperandrogenemia in Patients With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome at a Tertiary Care Hospital

This study assessed hyperandrogenemia patterns in 133 women with PCOS at Hayatabad Medical Complex. Elevated free testosterone was found in 34.6% of participants, making it the most common androgen marker, followed by total testosterone (24.8%) and DHEAS (24.1%). A significant association was noted between age and increased DHEAS levels (p = 0.046), but no significant links were found with BMI or menopausal status. The findings highlight the importance of free testosterone in PCOS biochemical assessment and suggest that age-related DHEAS variations necessitate personalized hormonal evaluations for better diagnosis and management.