Ordering the Dutch Test Adrenal
The Dutch Test Adrenal, offered by Precision Analytical, is designed to measure stress hormones and their metabolites, providing a detailed look at how your adrenal glands are functioning. This test is especially useful for those experiencing ongoing tiredness, mood changes, or trouble sleeping, as it helps pinpoint hormone patterns that may be affecting daily energy and stress response. Interestingly, this test can also reveal how your body processes and clears cortisol, which is not always detected in standard blood tests.
Ordering the Dutch Test Adrenal can help you:
- Identify patterns of cortisol production throughout the day
- Detect imbalances in DHEA, a hormone linked to energy and resilience
- Track how your body breaks down and removes stress hormones
- Spot early signs of hormone-related fatigue before symptoms worsen
- Guide targeted support for sleep, mood, and energy based on your results
Who Should Consider Hormone and Adrenal Testing
People who feel drained after minor stress, wake up tired even after a full night’s sleep, or notice sudden changes in mood may benefit from this test. For example, someone who has been feeling unusually irritable and unable to recover from daily stress might find answers through hormone and adrenal testing.
Ordering this test may also be helpful if you:
- Experience frequent afternoon energy crashes
- Have trouble falling or staying asleep
- Notice unexplained weight gain, especially around the middle
- Feel anxious or overwhelmed more often than usual
- Have a history of long-term use of steroid medications, which can affect adrenal function
Testing can reveal if hormone levels are contributing to tiredness, mood swings, or sleep problems, allowing for more targeted support. Delaying this test may mean missing early signs of hormone imbalance, which could make it harder to address symptoms later.
Preparing for Stress Hormone and Adrenal Lab Testing
Fasting is not required for this test, but it’s best to collect your sample at the times recommended in the kit instructions for the most useful results. Always follow any directions given by your doctor or healthcare provider to make sure your sample is collected correctly and your results are as helpful as possible.
Labs Included When Ordering Your Dutch Test Adrenal
| Test Name | Reference Range | What This Marker Means | Low and High Levels of Dutch Test Adrenal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cortisol | 20-50 (morning), 10-25 (afternoon), 5-15 (evening), 0-10 (night) | Cortisol is a hormone made by the adrenal glands that helps your body respond to stress and control blood sugar. It follows a daily pattern, peaking in the morning and dropping at night. |
High levels mean your body may be under ongoing stress or inflammation.
Low levels mean your adrenal glands may not be making enough cortisol, which can cause tiredness and low energy. |
| Cortisone | 30-80 (morning), 15-40 (afternoon), 5-20 (evening), 0-10 (night) | Cortisone is a form of cortisol that shows how your body is processing and clearing stress hormones. It helps give a full picture of adrenal function. |
High levels mean your body is converting a lot of cortisol to cortisone, which may affect how you handle stress.
Low levels mean your body may not be clearing cortisol well, which can impact recovery from stress. |
| DHEA | 1500-4000 (age and sex dependent) | DHEA is a hormone made by the adrenal glands that supports energy, mood, and hormone balance. It often drops with long-term stress or aging. |
High levels mean your body may be making extra DHEA, sometimes linked to hormone imbalance.
Low levels mean your adrenal glands may be under stress or slowing down, which can affect energy and mood. |
| Cortisol Metabolites | 2500-6000 (24-hour total) | Cortisol metabolites show how your body breaks down and removes cortisol. This helps spot if your body is making or clearing stress hormones too quickly or slowly. |
High levels mean your body is clearing cortisol quickly, which may lower available cortisol.
Low levels mean your body is not breaking down cortisol well, which can lead to buildup or low hormone output. |
| Cortisone Metabolites | 2000-5000 (24-hour total) | Cortisone metabolites help show how your body processes cortisone, giving more detail about adrenal hormone activity and stress response. |
High levels mean your body is clearing cortisone quickly, which may affect hormone balance.
Low levels mean your body may not be processing cortisone well, which can impact stress recovery. |
Reference ranges may change slightly as labs update their methods and guidelines.
Dutch Test Adrenal FAQ
Is there Dutch Test Adrenal testing near me?
This is a home test kit, so you can collect your sample locally without needing to visit a lab, making it easier to test when feeling tired or stressed. For more details on where to send your sample, check the draw location link at the top of the page.
How do I interpret the test results?
While your doctor should review your results, you can also use our one-on-one test results review service with our clinical team for a clear explanation and next steps.
What is the cost of the test?
The price listed for the Dutch Test Adrenal includes standard shipping to you and back to the lab, but draw fees may apply. Testing can help you find out if hormone imbalances are slowing your recovery from stress or tiredness.
How often should I retest?
It’s best to retest every 3-6 months, especially if you are making changes to your routine or treatment, to track how your hormone levels respond and adjust your plan as needed.
How accurate is the test?
The Dutch Test Adrenal uses dried urine collection and advanced mass spectrometry for hormone measurement, with a specificity of 98% and sensitivity of 97%. TrueHealthLabs.com partners with CLIA-certified and CAP-certified laboratories to uphold rigorous testing standards for dependable results.
Important Notes
This test can not be collected or shipped from NY, NJ, MD, or RI.
Medical Review Board
Reviewed by Jeff Donohue M.D. from Body Logic and Brady Hurst DC, CCCN. Written by True Health Lab’s team of editorial health contributors.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Consult your healthcare provider for personalized guidance.
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