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Adrenocortex Stress & Male Basic - $258.36 inc GST
Each person has two adrenal glands both located on top of each of the body’s two kidneys. These glands are important to the body’s endocrine (hormonal) system. Adrenal fatigue is a very common condition in today’s society through the physical and physiological demands we put on our adrenal glands. Each gland is composed of two distinct zones, the large outer cortex and the inner medulla.
Salivary cortisol testing is an effective, non-invasive test that evaluates bioactive levels of the body’s important stress hormones, cortisol and DHEA. This hormone test (stress test) serves as a critical tool for uncovering biochemical imbalances underlying anxiety, depression, chronic fatigue syndrome, obesity, dysglycemia, and a host of other clinical conditions that may affect our day to day lives. This hormone test examines 4 saliva samples over a 12-hour period for levels of cortisol and DHEA. The Adrenocortex test should be used as a general screening test as it plays such an important role for a healthy life.
In combination to this test, the basic male hormone profile has been added as it is a unique and accurate analysis for the measurement of male hormones. As the body ages it is evident that particular hormones decline or fluctuate causing a variety of health conditions. This complete unique profile will provide valuable information on an individual’s hormonal and adrenal status.
Common Conditions:
Anxiety
Headaches
Poor concentration, ‘brain fog’
Energy levels
Fatigue, lethargy
Salt cravings
Mild depression
Lack of stamina
Sexual dysfunction
Irregular sleeping patterns
Thyroid dysfunction
Blood Pressure
Depression
Impaired Immune System
Insomnia
Analytes:
DHEAs (6-8am), Cortisol (6-8am, noon, 4pm, 8pm); E1, E2, Testosterone
References:
Tsigos C, Chrousos GP. Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, neuroendocrine factors and stress. Journal of psychosomatic research. 2002;53(4):865-871.
Hackett RA, Kivimäki M, Kumari M, Steptoe A. Diurnal Cortisol Patterns, Future Diabetes, and Impaired Glucose Metabolism in the Whitehall II Cohort Study. The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. 2016;101(2):619-625.
Geisler S, Aussieker T, Paldauf S, et al. Salivary testosterone and cortisol concentrations after two different resistance training exercises. J Sports Med Phys Fitness. 2019;59(6):1030‐1035. doi:10.23736/S0022-4707.18.08786-8
Sampling Instructions for saliva collection
For technical support call: 0800-88-44-33
Nutripath Code 1011
GENERAL DISCLAIMER
We recommend that you always seek the advice of a qualified health care practitioner regarding any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment before acting on this test information. Nutrisearch does not provide clinical advice on test selection or interpretation of testing for wellness testing to patients, nor does it provide diagnosis, treatment, or medical advice. Nutrisearch is not liable to you or anyone else for any loss or negative consequence caused in whole or in part by interpreting, delivering, or reporting information through the utilizing of laboratory testing services. In no event shall we be liable to you or any other party for any decisions made or action taken or not taken by you in reliance on such information.
Each person has two adrenal glands both located on top of each of the body’s two kidneys. These glands are important to the body’s endocrine (hormonal) system. Adrenal fatigue is a very common condition in today’s society through the physical and physiological demands we put on our adrenal glands. Each gland is composed of two distinct zones, the large outer cortex and the inner medulla.
Salivary cortisol testing is an effective, non-invasive test that evaluates bioactive levels of the body’s important stress hormones, cortisol and DHEA. This hormone test (stress test) serves as a critical tool for uncovering biochemical imbalances underlying anxiety, depression, chronic fatigue syndrome, obesity, dysglycemia, and a host of other clinical conditions that may affect our day to day lives. This hormone test examines 4 saliva samples over a 12-hour period for levels of cortisol and DHEA. The Adrenocortex test should be used as a general screening test as it plays such an important role for a healthy life.
In combination to this test, the basic male hormone profile has been added as it is a unique and accurate analysis for the measurement of male hormones. As the body ages it is evident that particular hormones decline or fluctuate causing a variety of health conditions. This complete unique profile will provide valuable information on an individual’s hormonal and adrenal status.
Common Conditions:
Anxiety
Headaches
Poor concentration, ‘brain fog’
Energy levels
Fatigue, lethargy
Salt cravings
Mild depression
Lack of stamina
Sexual dysfunction
Irregular sleeping patterns
Thyroid dysfunction
Blood Pressure
Depression
Impaired Immune System
Insomnia
Analytes:
DHEAs (6-8am), Cortisol (6-8am, noon, 4pm, 8pm); E1, E2, Testosterone
References:
Tsigos C, Chrousos GP. Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, neuroendocrine factors and stress. Journal of psychosomatic research. 2002;53(4):865-871.
Hackett RA, Kivimäki M, Kumari M, Steptoe A. Diurnal Cortisol Patterns, Future Diabetes, and Impaired Glucose Metabolism in the Whitehall II Cohort Study. The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. 2016;101(2):619-625.
Geisler S, Aussieker T, Paldauf S, et al. Salivary testosterone and cortisol concentrations after two different resistance training exercises. J Sports Med Phys Fitness. 2019;59(6):1030‐1035. doi:10.23736/S0022-4707.18.08786-8
Sampling Instructions for saliva collection
For technical support call: 0800-88-44-33
Nutripath Code 1011
GENERAL DISCLAIMER
We recommend that you always seek the advice of a qualified health care practitioner regarding any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment before acting on this test information. Nutrisearch does not provide clinical advice on test selection or interpretation of testing for wellness testing to patients, nor does it provide diagnosis, treatment, or medical advice. Nutrisearch is not liable to you or anyone else for any loss or negative consequence caused in whole or in part by interpreting, delivering, or reporting information through the utilizing of laboratory testing services. In no event shall we be liable to you or any other party for any decisions made or action taken or not taken by you in reliance on such information.