This test measures cortisol and melatonin across a complete day, from four separate samples. The sample is captured morning, afternoon, evening and night. Melatonin is measured from the AM and PM.
Cortisol wakes us and should be at its peak in the morning. However, due to environmental factors, cortisol can be chronically raised and lead to a whole host of symptoms such as weight gain and high blood pressure. Melatonin and cortisol are in an opposite relationship; when melatonin is high, cortisol should be low and vice versa. When either of these gets out of balance, our ability to sleep is affected.
When To Order This Test:
- If you are going through a period of high stress
- If you have difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep or are a 'night owl'
- If you have experienced rapid weight gain mainly in the face, chest and abdomen, contrasted with slender arms and legs
- If you have a flushed round face, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, skin changes, muscle weakness, mood swings, fatigue or acne.
Analytes:
- Cortisol
- Melatonin
Cortisol and Melatonin Profile Test
All ordered tests will be mediated by our Naturopath, Lekita Davies. Once test results have been returned to us, Lekita will call the client to deliver the results and discuss anything appropriate for the case. After the phone call, results will be emailed to the client alongside any suggestions. Please note that we cannot deliver results without a phone call.