Symptoms

⌬ Fatigued, tire easily
⌬ Low mood, mood swings
⌬ Difficulty concentrating or thinking clearly, memory problems
⌬ Find it hard to get up and going in the morning
⌬ Insomnia

Benefits

Name: DUTCH CAR-Cortisol Awakening Response | Holistic Sorores
SKU: NPTH2011-1-1-1
Price: 259.00 AUD
Availability: InStock

The cortisol awakening response (CAR) is a natural spike in cortisol levels shortly after waking up. Cortisol, a hormone produced by the adrenal glands, plays a key role in the body's stress response and regulates many bodily functions.

Signs of elevated cortisol include weight gain, especially around the abdomen, insomnia, high blood pressure, mood swings, and increased susceptibility to infections, while symptoms of blunted cortisol may include chronic fatigue, difficulty coping with stress, persistent low mood, impaired cognitive function, and decreased immune function.

Understanding these symptoms is vital, as an altered cortisol awakening response (CAR) has been associated with various stress-related chronic conditions.
Measuring cortisol levels before and after waking can provide valuable insights into the CAR and help assess adrenal function. It's crucial to interpret these results within the context of the individual's overall health and medical history.

Functional Tests

The CAR test uses five saliva samples. These samples are collected over the course of one day, from waking to bedtime.

Tests:
DHEAs, Cortisol (on waking, +30 mins, +60mins, 12 noon, 4 pm, 9 pm)

FAQs

Logistics

After your naturopathic consultation, you may be prescribed functional testing to investigate what might be the root cause of your symptoms. Once you have purchased the functional test, you will receive an eReferral to deposit your salivary sample, which you can submit at your local Laverty Pathology or Australian Clinical Labs.
You will be notified via email as soon as your results are ready.