Adrenal Gland (Cortisol and DHEA-S) Lab Test – At-Home Sampling
Test at a glance
Collect your sample at home and send it to the laboratory for analysis.
- Test type
- Lab tests at home
- Sample
- Capillary blood sample
- Results within
- Approx. 4 days from sample collection
- Reliability
- Laboratory analysis
- Results
- Digital report with explanations
- Analysed by an accredited laboratory (ISO 15189)
- A kit with everything you need is sent to your home
How it works
Get a comprehensive overview of cortisol and DHEA-S levels using a liquid capillary blood sample collected at home. These two hormones are produced in the adrenal glands and provide complementary information regarding different aspects of adrenal hormone production.
The test at a glance
- Sample collection entirely at home
- Liquid capillary blood from the fingertip
- 2 analyzed or calculated hormone values
- Medical laboratory accredited according to ISO 15189
- Quality assurance according to Rili-BÄK
- Digital results in your personal health portal
What does the test measure?
Cortisol
Cortisol is produced in the adrenal glands, follows a distinct circadian rhythm, and plays a role in processes such as the body's stress response and metabolism.
DHEA-S
DHEA-S is primarily produced in the adrenal glands and serves as a precursor to certain sex hormones.
Common symptoms and when the test may be relevant
The test may be relevant for targeted hormone monitoring or when cortisol and DHEA-S have been recommended as complementary markers. It does not diagnose adrenal fatigue.
Hormonal changes may occur alongside, among other things:
- pronounced or prolonged fatigue
- muscle weakness
- changes in libido
- unexplained weight changes
- androgen-related issues
The symptoms are non-specific and can have many other causes. The test does not provide a diagnosis.
Who is this test for?
- For those who want to analyze cortisol and DHEA-S together.
- For those who want to track previous hormone levels.
- For those who want to take the test at home.
How the at-home lab test works
- Order the test and receive the sampling kit at home.
- Read the instructions and prepare for sample collection.
- Prick your fingertip and collect liquid capillary blood in the test tube.
- Label the sample and send it to the laboratory using the return materials.
- The laboratory analyzes the specified markers.
- View your lab results digitally in the health portal.
Before sample collection
Take the sample in the morning, preferably between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Follow the instructions in the sampling kit.
Laboratory and quality
The sample is analyzed at a medical laboratory accredited according to ISO 15189. The laboratory's quality assurance follows Rili-BÄK guidelines for laboratory medical testing.
- Sample material: liquid capillary blood
- Sample collection site: at home
- Results: quantitative laboratory values in a personal health portal
- Turnaround time: transport time and the scope of the analysis affect the total time
Results and reference values
You will receive measured values and any calculated indices, along with the laboratory's units and current reference ranges. Hormone levels must be interpreted with regard to factors such as time of day, age, sex, menstrual cycle, medications, and symptoms.
Compare with a related test
For cortisol only, see Cortisol Lab Test.
Important information about the results
The results do not replace medical assessment, diagnosis, or treatment. Contact a healthcare provider in the event of clear or persistent symptoms, abnormal results, or concerns.
Frequently asked questions
Can I take the hormone test at home?
Yes. You collect a capillary blood sample from your fingertip and send it to the laboratory.
Why does the test include multiple hormones?
Hormones interact with each other. Multiple values can provide a broader basis for assessment than a single marker, but the results must still be interpreted in the proper context.
Can the menstrual cycle or the timing of the test affect the results?
Yes. Follow the product-specific instructions for sample collection and indicate the cycle day if requested.
Can medications affect hormone levels?
Yes. Never alter prescribed treatment without first consulting a healthcare professional.
Can the test provide a diagnosis?
No. It provides laboratory values that can serve as a basis for further assessment.
How do I receive the results?
The results are displayed digitally, including the laboratory's units of measurement and reference ranges.
What is analysed
Hormones
- Cortisol
Other
- DHEA-S
Frequently asked questions
What does the adrenal test (cortisol & DHEA-S) measure?
The test measures cortisol and DHEA-S.
How is the sample taken?
You prick your finger and collect a capillary blood sample in the sample tube provided. Follow the sampling instructions carefully.
Do I need to prepare?
- Take the sample in the morning, preferably between 07:00 and 09:00.
Always follow the instructions that come with the sampling kit.
How is the sample sent?
Label and pack the sample, then send it to the laboratory as instructed.
When and how will I get my results?
When the laboratory analysis is complete, you receive your results digitally. Transport time and the scope of the analysis affect the total turnaround time.
Can the test provide a diagnosis?
No. The test provides laboratory values that need to be assessed together with symptoms, medical history and other circumstances.
Home testing made simple
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