Testing Salivary Cortisol on 6 occasions throughout the day gives a better insight into the status of cortisol release, which tends to peak in the morning and diminish as the day progresses. Under production (Addison's disease) or over production (Cushing's disease) may be detected more readily this way than by single serum measurements of cortisol. This product is effectively the 'upgrade' of the 4 x Cortisol Saliva option.
Special Instructions: Please collect your samples at the following times: upon waking, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm, and before bedtime.
Laboratory Notes:
Which Tests are Included? Saliva Cortisol x 6