{"product_id":"female-complete-saliva-hormone-profile-lcms","title":"Female Complete Saliva Hormone Profile (LCMS) | 6 Markers","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFemale Complete Saliva Hormone Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConcerned About Changes in Your Periods, Energy, Sleep, Mood or Libido?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHormonal symptoms can overlap, making it difficult to understand which findings deserve attention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Female Complete Saliva Hormone Profile measures estradiol, progesterone, testosterone and DHEAS. It also compares your cortisol level upon waking with your level before bed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis test helps answer two practical questions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow do my measured hormone levels compare with the laboratory ranges?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow does my cortisol level differ between morning and bedtime?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour ZRT Laboratory report presents six individual results with reference ranges, visual graphs and hormone-specialist laboratory comments. These comments explain relevant findings and suggest useful next steps to consider.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSix results from two saliva samples\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasures five different hormones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes reproductive, androgen and adrenal hormone measurements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompares morning and bedtime cortisol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollect at home without needles or a clinic appointment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHormone-specialist interpretation included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaboratory analysis included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNormally reported within 3–5 working days after the laboratory receives your samples\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs This Test Right for Me?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis profile may be suitable if you want to explore concerns such as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChanges in menstrual regularity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePMS, including mood changes, bloating or breast tenderness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerimenopausal or menopausal changes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReduced libido or changes in sexual wellbeing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersistent tiredness or reduced energy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifficulty becoming alert in the morning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePoor sleep or difficulty winding down at night\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMood changes, irritability or difficulty concentrating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChanges in wellbeing during periods of sustained pressure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWanting more information than a single hormone result provides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt may also be useful if you want:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA broader female hormone assessment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMorning and bedtime cortisol measured alongside sex hormones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA baseline for comparison with future tests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResults to discuss with your healthcare professional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaboratory information to support a practitioner-led review of hormone treatment, where appropriate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese concerns can have several possible causes. This profile measures the listed hormones; it does not establish one definitive cause for menstrual changes, tiredness, sleep problems, mood changes or reduced libido.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Will My Results Help Me Understand?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. Review Your Estradiol Result\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstradiol is a key oestrogen. Your report shows the amount measured in your saliva and compares it with the applicable laboratory range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenefit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e You receive an objective result to consider alongside your age, menstrual stage, symptoms and any hormone treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Consider Progesterone Alongside Estradiol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProgesterone is interpreted in the context of your menstrual status and collection timing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenefit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Measuring estradiol and progesterone together gives your specialist more information than either result alone when reviewing menstrual, perimenopausal or menopausal concerns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe test reports each hormone separately. It does not establish the cause of menstrual symptoms or determine a treatment by itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. Review Testosterone and DHEAS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe profile also measures testosterone and DHEAS.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenefit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e These results provide additional information to consider alongside concerns about sexual wellbeing, energy or physical health.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDHEAS is produced mainly by the adrenal glands and is involved in the production of other steroid hormones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. Compare Morning and Bedtime Cortisol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCortisol is measured upon waking and again before bed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenefit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The two measurements show how your cortisol level differs between the beginning and end of your waking day. This may be useful when discussing morning tiredness, evening restlessness, difficulty winding down or disrupted sleep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a two-point comparison. It does not provide the complete daily pattern shown by a four-point cortisol profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. Decide What to Do Next\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour results are accompanied by individualised hormone-specialist laboratory comments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenefit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e You receive an explanation of relevant findings rather than a set of unexplained numbers. Depending on your results and the information supplied on your requisition form, the comments may:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighlight results that deserve further discussion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConsider your menstrual or menopausal status\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRefer to relevant symptoms, medicines or hormone treatments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuggest practical areas to review with your healthcare professional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndicate whether additional testing may provide useful information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdentify results that may be suitable for future comparison\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Will My Report Include?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour ZRT Laboratory report includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour estradiol result\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour progesterone result\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour testosterone result\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour DHEAS result\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparate morning and bedtime cortisol results\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaboratory reference ranges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVisual graphs showing where your results fall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClear indicators for results outside the applicable ranges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour recorded sample-collection dates and times\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour menstrual status, where applicable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRelevant medicines and hormone treatments reported on your form\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour reported symptoms, where applicable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndividualised hormone-specialist laboratory comments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuggested considerations or next steps based on the findings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe specialist interpretation is included within your ZRT Laboratory report. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProviding complete information about your symptoms, menstrual status, medicines, supplements and hormone treatments helps make the laboratory comments more relevant to you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Does the Test Measure?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResult\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat it adds to your assessment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstradiol (E2)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides a key oestrogen measurement to consider alongside your life stage, symptoms and hormone use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProgesterone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdds information about reproductive hormone levels when collected at the appropriate stage of your cycle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTestosterone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasures an androgen relevant to female sexual and physical wellbeing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDHEAS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasures an adrenal androgen involved in the production of other sex hormones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMorning cortisol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShows your cortisol level at the beginning of your waking day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBedtime cortisol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllows comparison with your morning cortisol result\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe profile measures \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efive different hormones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and provides \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esix individual results\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e because cortisol is measured twice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaliva testing measures the unbound fraction of these hormones present in the samples. Saliva and blood tests measure hormones differently, so their results and reference ranges should not be used interchangeably.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTest Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTest ID:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e S-145\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTest panel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e LCMS Hormones 5 with 2-Point Cortisol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Saliva\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifferent hormones measured:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResults reported:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSamples required:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2 — upon waking and before bed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTesting method:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e LC-MS\/MS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaboratory:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ZRT Laboratory — CLIA-certified\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHormone specialist interpretation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Included within the laboratory report\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Adults and children able to provide the required saliva volume\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e At home — no clinic visit required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaboratory reporting time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Normally 3–5 working days after the laboratory receives your samples\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKit validity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use within 12 months of purchase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Included?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour purchase includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt-home saliva collection kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne large morning collection tube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne small bedtime collection tube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTest Requisition Form\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep-by-step collection instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaboratory analysis of six results\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaboratory reference-range comparisons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVisual result graphs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndividualised hormone-specialist laboratory comments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuggested next steps or considerations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDigital ZRT Laboratory report\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaboratory analysis fee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReturn postage to the laboratory is arranged and paid for separately by the customer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. Choose Your Collection Day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you have periods, use the cycle-timing guidance below.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWomen who do not have periods and children can collect on any day. If you use hormone treatment, follow the treatment-specific timing instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Collect Your Morning Sample\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBegin collecting into the large 10 mL tube within 30 minutes of waking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not eat, drink anything other than water or brush your teeth before collecting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. Collect Your Bedtime Sample\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollect into one small 5 mL tube before bed on the same day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid food, drinks other than water and toothbrushing for two hours before collecting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. Send Your Samples\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete the Test Requisition Form and return both labelled samples using the supplied packaging and return instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. Receive Your Explained Results\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour report is normally issued by email within \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3–5 working days after the laboratory receives your samples\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKit delivery and return-postage time are separate from this laboratory reporting period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen Should I Collect My Samples?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor estradiol, progesterone and testosterone testing, use the following collection schedule:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour cycle or situation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollection day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegular cycle lasting 23–26 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDay 17, 18 or 19\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegular cycle lasting 27–30 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDay 21, 22 or 23\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegular cycle lasting 31–34 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDay 25, 26 or 27\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShorter or longer regular cycle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5–7 days before your next expected period\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInfrequent or unpredictable periods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAny non-bleeding day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo menstrual periods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAny day, following treatment-timing instructions where applicable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChildren\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAny day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing hormone treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow the treatment-specific collection instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDay 1 is the first day of menstrual flow, not spotting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Collect both samples on the same chosen day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhich Female Hormone Test Should I Choose?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat do you want to understand?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuggested test\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstradiol, progesterone, testosterone, DHEAS and one morning cortisol result\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hormonelab.co.uk\/collections\/saliva-hormone-tests\/products\/lcms-5-hormone-saliva-test-panel\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFemale Saliva Hormone Profile I\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe same five hormones, with cortisol compared upon waking and before bed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFemale Complete Saliva Hormone Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstradiol, progesterone and testosterone with cortisol measured at four points across the day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hormonelab.co.uk\/products\/lcms-7-hormone-saliva-test-panel?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFemale Saliva Hormone Profile II\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstradiol, progesterone, testosterone and DHEAS with a four-point daily cortisol profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hormonelab.co.uk\/products\/lcms-8-hormone-saliva-test-panel-for-female\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComprehensive Female Saliva Hormone Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose the Female Complete profile if you want the same core hormones as Profile I but would also benefit from comparing cortisol upon waking and before bed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your symptoms change around midday or during the afternoon, a four-point cortisol profile may provide more relevant information.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparing for Your Test\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo help produce usable samples:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid anti-ageing or anti-wrinkle facial creams and biotin supplements for three days before collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecord all medicines, supplements, hormone treatments and menstrual information on your Test Requisition Form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollect the morning sample within 30 minutes of waking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not eat, drink anything other than water or brush your teeth before the morning sample.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid food, drinks other than water and toothbrushing for two hours before the bedtime sample.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRinse your mouth with water and wait five minutes before each collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFill each required tube at least halfway, excluding bubbles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLabel both tubes with your name, collection date and collection time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreeze the samples if they will not be posted within 24 hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you use HRT, corticosteroids, troches or hormones dissolved under the tongue, follow the treatment-specific instructions before collecting. An alternative sample type may be recommended for some treatments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1885\/4859\/files\/Saliva_Collection_Instructions.pdf?v=1786970945\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead the full Saliva Collection Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and follow the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eS-145 two-sample schedule\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes This Test Measure Five or Six Hormones?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt measures five different hormones:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstradiol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProgesterone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTestosterone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDHEAS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCortisol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCortisol is measured twice, so the report contains six individual results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow Many Saliva Samples Do I Need?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo samples collected on the same day:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne in the large tube within 30 minutes of waking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne in a small tube before bed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour kit may contain additional tubes that are not required for S-145.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the Report Include Specialist Interpretation?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Hormone-specialist laboratory comments are included within your ZRT Laboratory report.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe comments explain relevant findings and may suggest points to discuss, practical areas to review or further assessment to consider. They are not a separate medical consultation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow Does This Differ From Female Saliva Hormone Profile I?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth profiles measure estradiol, progesterone, testosterone, DHEAS and morning cortisol.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Female Complete profile adds a bedtime cortisol result, allowing comparison between the beginning and end of your waking day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes This Test Show My Complete Daily Cortisol Pattern?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. It compares cortisol upon waking and before bed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you want to see how cortisol changes at four points from morning to bedtime, choose a profile containing a four-point cortisol assessment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill the Results Explain My Symptoms?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe results show whether the measured hormone levels fall within the applicable laboratory ranges and provide individualised laboratory comments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis offers useful information, but menstrual changes, tiredness, sleep problems and reduced libido can have several possible causes. The test does not establish that a particular hormone is responsible for your symptoms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I Use This Test After Menopause?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Women who no longer have periods can collect on any day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you use HRT or another hormone treatment, follow the treatment-specific collection instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I Use This Test While Taking HRT?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt may be suitable depending on the treatment and how it is administered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContinue prescribed treatment as directed, record all hormone use on the Test Requisition Form and follow the treatment-specific collection instructions. An alternative sample type may be recommended for troches or hormones taken under the tongue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe results provide hormone measurements to discuss with your healthcare professional. They do not assess the safety or effectiveness of HRT by themselves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat If My Periods Are Irregular?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your periods are infrequent or unpredictable, collect on any non-bleeding day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInclude your menstrual history on the Test Requisition Form to provide context for your results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the Test Suitable for Children?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, provided the child can supply the required amount of saliva. Include their age, symptoms and reason for testing so the results can be considered appropriately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow Quickly Will I Receive My Results?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe laboratory normally reports within \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3–5 working days after receiving your samples\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Kit delivery and return-postage times are additional.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the Price Include Laboratory Analysis?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The collection kit, laboratory analysis, digital report and hormone-specialist laboratory comments are included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou are responsible for arranging and paying for return postage to the laboratory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow Long Can I Keep the Kit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse the kit within \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12 months of purchase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Can I Find the Full Collection Instructions?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDownload the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1885\/4859\/files\/Saliva_Collection_Instructions.pdf?v=1786970945\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaliva Collection Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and follow the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eS-145 two-sample schedule\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot Sure Whether This Is the Right Test?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmail \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@hormonelab.co.uk\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003einfo@hormonelab.co.uk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with your age, main symptoms, menstrual status, medicines and current treatments. Our team will forward your enquiry to our specialist doctors and respond with a suggested testing option within 24 hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hormone Lab UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58955818860925,"sku":"ST101","price":219.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1885\/4859\/files\/Female-Complete-Hormone-Test.webp?v=1792658836","url":"https:\/\/hormonelab.co.uk\/fi\/products\/female-complete-saliva-hormone-profile-lcms","provider":"Hormone Lab UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}