What we test
Cortisol Awakening Response
Cortisol levels are generally high in the morning as we wake from a prolonged period of sleep, with an increase of up to 50% in the first half an hour after waking. This is known as the ‘cortisol awakening response’.
Cortisol levels are generally high in the morning as we wake from a prolonged period of sleep, with an increase of up to 50% in the first half an hour after waking. This is known as the ‘cortisol awakening response’.
Cortisol levels are generally high in the morning as we wake from a prolonged period of sleep, with an increase of up to 50% in the first half an hour after waking. This is known as the ‘cortisol awakening response’.
A long-acting adrenal hormone which regulates energy production, the immune system, brain chemistry, bone formation, muscle tone and libido.
A high cortisol to DHEA ratio has been linked to increased inflammation, suppressed immune function, hyperglycaemia, as well as impaired detoxification, skeletal health and cognitive function.
The cortisol awakening response (CAR) is a period of increased cortisol secretory activity initiated by morning awakening and typically peaking between 30 and 45min post awakening
A significant burst of cortisol in the immediate awakening period (within 20 min) followed by a steep decline in levels has been shown to be a better measure of CAR and health status.
Cortisol Diurnal Rhythm
As the day progresses cortisol levels naturally begin to drop in a fairly constant and regular fashion that is termed a diurnal rhythm, ending up as low in the late evening.
As the day progresses cortisol levels naturally begin to drop in a fairly constant and regular fashion that is termed a diurnal rhythm, ending up as low in the late evening.
Cortisol levels drop very low in the evening and during the early phase of sleep which allows the body to keep a regular sleeping pattern.
Test instructions
Your test kit and all instructions are posted directly to you, and there is no need to visit a collection centre.
Provide x 4 saliva adrenal fatigue test samples at set times during the day.
Mail your sample back to the lab using the prepaid envelope and packaging.
Results for this test available in 7-10 days and will be published in your online dashboard.
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