CortisolCortisol is a hormone with roles in regulating metabolism, blood pressure, blood glucose levels, response to infections and stress. It is the main stress hormone in humans and functions to reduce stress levels by influencing the flight-or-fight hormone levels.
This steroid hormone is produced and released by the pituitary gland and the adrenal gland. Cortisol levels rise and fall throughout the day, following a “diurnal” pattern. Its levels are the highest during the morning and drop off at night. Abnormal cortisol levels may be indicative of defects in adrenal or pituitary function.
Very high and very low cortisol levels are linked to Cushing’s syndrome and low cortisol levels are linked to Addison’s disease).
Symptoms of Cushing’s syndrome (high cortisol levels) include
- Obesity
- High blood pressure
- High blood sugar
- Irregular menstrual cycles in women
- Muscle weakness
- Osteoporosis
- Thin skin that is easily bruised
Symptoms of Addison’s disease (low cortisol levels) include
- Weight loss
- Low blood pressure
- Nausea and vomiting
- Fatigue
- Dark patches of skin
- Decreased sexual drive in women
As cortisol levels change during the day, it is important to take multiple samples during the day. The test kit includes supplies to take 4 different samples during the day that can be tested.
HOW IT WORKS
Order your test.
Choose the test that matches your need from our large array of tests. The kit will be delivered to your door step. There is no need to leave the comfort of your home.
Collect your sample.
Register and activate your test. Collect your sample first thing in the morning. Return your sample to our lab as soon as possible, using the prepaid envelope included in the kit.
Quality guarantee.
Your sample will be tested as soon as it arrives in our lab. Your results will be available through our secure online platform.
Details and FAQs
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions we usually get. Please feel free to contact us if you have any other questions.
We has a team of physicians who will review your order and results. Our nursing team is on standby throughout the testing process and, if you test positive, you will receive a call to discuss your results and treatment options.
Please ensure that the sample is collected before 9am and returned immediately using the carrier method provided within the test kit. Each test includes a prepaid shipping envelope to return your samples to the laboratory.
Please do not collect or return samples on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
Keeping your data secure is important to us. All data is completely anonymized to ensure that your privacy is maintained throughout the process. We will not share your information with any third party.
All samples are disposed of following analysis.
Your samples are processed in the same labs used by primary care providers, hospitals and government schemes.
Therizon laboratories are CLIA approved and CAP-accredited, which are the highest levels of accreditation. Tests kits are manufactured within our ISO 17025 accredited facility, the highest level of accreditation for medical devices.
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