{"product_id":"dutch-adrenal-test-home-cortisol-dhea-stress-test","title":"DUTCH Adrenal Test – At Home Cortisol and DHEA Stress Test","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DUTCH Adrenal Test is an easy, at home dried urine test that measures cortisol, cortisone, cortisol metabolites and DHEA-S. It can help you understand your stress hormone pattern and how your stress response may be affecting your health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it helps\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStress, cortisol and the HPA axis\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStress can be measured by the hormone cortisol, which is produced and managed by the hypothalamic pituitary adrenal axis, or HPA axis. Some stress is necessary, as cortisol helps us get up in the morning, but problems can arise when we have more stress than our body can handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is often described as adrenal fatigue, or more accurately HPA axis dysregulation, and can leave you feeling tired, wired and exhausted. Symptoms commonly associated with adrenal fatigue include insomnia, tiredness, body aches, unexplained weight loss, brain fog, low libido, salt cravings and low stress tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnowing whether your cortisol is high or low is only part of the picture. An important part of the process is understanding why it is happening and what you can do about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy the DUTCH Adrenal Test\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis test checks both cortisol and DHEA for a more comprehensive snapshot of your stress response system. Unlike many adrenal tests, it measures cortisol metabolites as well as cortisol, using an improved marker for total cortisol production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan help you understand your stress hormone pattern across the day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures cortisol, cortisone, cortisol metabolites and DHEA-S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple dried urine samples collected at home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for anyone concerned about their stress response or HPA axis function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollection method: dried urine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSamples: four or five dried urine samples taken over two days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurnaround time: four weeks from sample receipt at the laboratory (USA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe price includes DHL home collection and shipping to the USA, where samples are analysed by Precision Analytical. Shipping may take four to five working days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis test is available through our practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSteps\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead the instructions carefully before collecting samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimit liquid, following the fluid guidelines in the instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect samples over two days, on specific days of your cycle if appropriate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash and dry your hands before touching a collection card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete the personal information form and questionnaire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete all information on the urine collection cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReturn samples by DHL as soon as possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthpathpro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/NORDIC-DUTCH-ADRENAL-TEST-INSTRUCTIONS.pdf\"\u003eView instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthpathpro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/NORDIC-DUTCH-ADRENAL-SAMPLE-REPORT.pdf\"\u003eDownload sample report\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthpathpro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/NORDIC-UK-SHIPPING-INSTRUCTION.pdf\"\u003eView posting instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTest markers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDaily free cortisol and cortisone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cortisol A, B, C and D; Cortisone A, B, C and D; 24hr free cortisol; 24hr free cortisone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCortisol metabolites and DHEA-S:\u003c\/strong\u003e a-Tetrahydrocortisol; b-Tetrahydrocortisol; b-Tetrahydrocortisone; Metabolised Cortisol; DHEA-S\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreatinine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creatinine A, B, C and D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLaboratory: Nordic Laboratories\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNordic Laboratories is a European laboratory test distributor based in Copenhagen, providing a wide range of tests with the goal of incorporating a functional medicine approach into modern medicine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur products and services do not diagnose, treat or cure any illness or disease, and do not replace medical advice from your doctor or practitioner. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet. Information on this website is for educational purposes only and does not replace personalised medical advice. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking prescribed medication or have a medical condition, please consult your healthcare practitioner before starting any new supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Healthpath","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54950606209404,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0554\/2638\/4067\/files\/Screenshot2025-02-16131128.png?v=1739734547","url":"https:\/\/www.breathe360.uk\/products\/dutch-adrenal-test-home-cortisol-dhea-stress-test","provider":"Heal Wellbeing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}