HEALTH TESTS
Testing orders are available to everyone. You do NOT need to be a current patient to purchase tests.
You will be asked to fill out a patient form at checkout which will give us more information on your current diet and lifestyle, health concerns, current medications and supplement intake.
If you wish to purchase multiple tests for people in the same household please add quantity as 1 for each test so that individual patient forms can be completed. You can keep adding multiple tests to the same basket as long as patients reside at the same address. For multiple tests for the same patient you only need to complete the patient form once.
We work with a number of labs across the world including : Doctor’s Data Inc, Great Plains / Mosaic Laboratory, The London Clinic, Lifecode GX, The Doctors Laboratory, QuinTron, Precision Analytical, Immunosciences Labs & Verisana. If you require a test not listed here or advice on which test is best for you, please email info@mybodyfabulous.co.uk
Delivery is now available internationally, select your country at checkout. UK orders received by 2pm Mon-Fri are normally shipped via Royal Mail or courier service the same day.
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.
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
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 and support and advice is given on repairing adrenal function depending on results.
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
