HEALTH TESTS
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Adrenal Function Cortisol & DHEA - Saliva Test
Adrenal Function Cortisol & DHEA - Saliva Test
THIS TEST CAN NOT BE SHIPPED OUTSIDE UK.
Included in the cost of your test is advice, interpretation and support from our functional medicine team on your results. Choose package options below. Video calls are 30 minutes and you are sent a link to book your call once your results are ready.
You will be asked to fill out a patient form at checkout which will give us more information on your symptoms, current medications and supplement intake.
What are the symptoms of adrenal insufficiency/fatigue?
• Low energy • Craving salty foods • Brain Fog • Poor sleep quality • Difficulty waking • Low libido • Reliance on caffeine • Weakened Immunity • Inability to handle stress • Central weight gain
This test is done via saliva sample - example report can be found HERE
Download Test Information Sheet HERE
Download Sample Collection instructions HERE
Download Sample Collection Timing & Labelling HERE
Lab test results & personalised written report = £210
Lab test results & 30 minute zoom call = £230
Lab test results & 30 minute zoom call & personalised written report following your call = £250
Q. How do you support me with my results?
In ADDITION to your lab report we provide the following options which are INCLUDED in the package prices;
A) Follow up personalised written report produced by our clinical team (click HERE for team info) highlighting dietary and lifestyle advice plus links to supplement protocols, specific doses and any further testing requirements included. We use the patient information you provide us at checkout along with your results to compile personalised action points for you.
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B) Follow up 30-minute video call to discuss your results and answer any questions you have. Once the lab has completed your results you will be sent these via email with a link to book a time and day online. You will also then be given the option to upgrade your 30-minute call to a 45-minute call for an additional £30 if you wish. During the call your practitioner will explain the results in more detail and what they mean for you. After your call you are sent a personalised list of supplements & the dose your practitioner advises with links to purchase from our supplements store. This is for your convenience. You are of course welcome to purchase supplements elsewhere. You will also be provided with a list of follow up tests should this be required plus a copy of your recorded zoom call which you can download and keep.
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C) Both Zoom call and written report with personalised next steps (Zoom call is first and written report follows).
In response to physiological or psychological stress, the adrenal glands should release appropriate levels of the necessary hormones to cope, however poor adrenal function can inhibit an individual’s ability to do so effectively.
This saliva sample kit is sent to you with full instructions on how to take samples throughout the day. You then post the sample kit back to the labs free of charge. Please post tests back Mon-Thurs to avoid delays over weekends.
A comprehensive test report will then be sent via pdf email that details the levels of cortisol throughout the day, as well as morning and afternoon DHEA concentration and the Cortisol/DHEA ratio. Results are available within 10 working days.
FAQs
I am currently taking medication, can I take the test?
If you have taken steroid or hydrocortisone containing medicine or creams in the past 7 days do not perform the test. You must be 7 days clear of these medicines to take test. Inhalers and nasal sprays only need to be avoided for 24 hours before sample collection. If you are supplementing with DHEA do not perform this test. Those taking DHEA will need to order this alternative hormone test to assess current levels
