Cortisone Morning - AM30

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Cortisone Morning - AM30 is a test that measures the level of cortisone in your body during the morning hours, 30 minutes after waking up. Cortisone is a steroid hormone produced by your adrenal glands, small organs located on top of your kidneys. This hormone plays a vital role in a wide range of bodily functions, including your immune response, stress response, and regulation of inflammation. The AM30 test is particularly important because cortisone levels naturally fluctuate throughout the day, with the highest levels typically occurring in the morning. This is part of your body's natural rhythm, or circadian rhythm, which helps regulate your sleep-wake cycle, among other things. By measuring cortisone levels in the morning, healthcare providers can gain valuable insights into how well your adrenal glands are functioning and whether your body's natural rhythms are in balance.

If Your Levels Are High

High levels of cortisone in the AM30 test could indicate that your adrenal glands are overactive, which might be due to conditions such as Cushing's syndrome, a disorder characterized by excessive cortisone production. It could also be a sign of an adrenal tumor, which can cause the adrenal glands to produce too much cortisone. Certain medications, like corticosteroids or hormonal therapies, can also increase cortisone levels. Stress, both physical and emotional, can also cause a spike in cortisone levels as your body's response to handle the situation. Lastly, disruptions in your body's natural circadian rhythm, such as those caused by shift work or jet lag, can also lead to elevated morning cortisone levels.

Symptoms of High Levels

Symptoms of high levels of Cortisone Morning - AM30 may include rapid weight gain, particularly around the abdomen and face, thinning skin that bruises easily, muscle weakness, mood changes, increased thirst and urination, high blood pressure, and osteoporosis.

If Your Levels are Low

Low levels of cortisone in the AM30 test could suggest that your adrenal glands, the small organs on top of your kidneys that produce this hormone, may not be working as well as they should be. This could be due to a condition called adrenal insufficiency, where the adrenal glands don't produce enough hormones. Certain medications, like steroids or opiates, can also lower cortisone levels. Additionally, disruptions to your body's natural sleep-wake cycle, or circadian rhythm, could also result in lower morning cortisone levels. For instance, if you work night shifts or have recently traveled across time zones, it could throw off your body's natural rhythm and affect your cortisone levels.

Symptoms of Low Levels

Symptoms of low levels of Cortisone Morning - AM30 may include fatigue, muscle weakness, loss of appetite, weight loss, low blood pressure, and abdominal pain.

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Cortisone Morning - AM30

DUTCH Plus by Precision Analytical (DUTCH)

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The DUTCH Plus™ offers an extensive assessment of sex and adrenal hormones and their metabolites. It also assesses the Cortisol Awakening Response (CAR) and includes the insomnia cortisol sample. This test cannot be ordered for patients under 12 years of age.

DUTCH Cortisol Awakening Response (CAR) (Saliva Only) by Precision Analytical (DUTCH)

Saliva

The DUTCH CAR test provides an analysis of the cortisol awakening response, as well as the daily patterns of free cortisol and cortisone. It also includes the insomnia cortisol sample. This test cannot be ordered for patients under 12 years of age.

DUTCH Cycle Mapping Plus by Precision Analytical (DUTCH)

Saliva

Urine

The DUTCH Cycle Mapping™ PLUS provides a comprehensive analysis of a woman's monthly cycle, including hormone metabolites and the Cortisol Awakening Response (CAR). This helps to identify issues with infertility, PCOS, and other month-long symptoms. This test includes the insomnia cortisol sample. This test cannot be ordered for patients under 12 years of age.

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