The Metabolic Testing (Urine) + Hormone Test 24 Hour Saliva examines your body's metabolic capabilities and hormone levels, focusing on the HPA Stress Response System. This test helps identify methylation status and specifies the appropriate forms of supplementation, including B vitamins, calming or stimulating amino acids, and detoxification support. This test comes with one day and one night creme which are custom made for you based on the test results.
HPA System Insights | Description |
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Balanced HPA System | Reduces inflammation by decreasing pro-inflammatory cytokine production. |
Imbalanced HPA System | Activates the inflammatory system, causing increased inflammation and symptoms. |
Feedback Mechanisms | Disturbance in feedback systems can lead to regulatory system dysfunction. |
This test provides a comprehensive overview of your metabolic processes and hormone levels, making it a valuable tool for anyone looking to address stress response, inflammation, and overall health optimization.
Marker | Description |
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Creatinine | Indicates kidney function and urine concentration. |
5-HTP | Precursor to serotonin, influencing mood and sleep. |
Serotonin | Regulates mood, sleep, and cognitive function. |
Dopamine | Key neurotransmitter for motivation and reward. |
Serotonin: Dopamine Ratio | Balances mood regulation and emotional stability. |
Epinephrine | Adrenaline hormone involved in stress response. |
Norepinephrine | Neurotransmitter that influences stress and alertness. |
Norepinephrine: Epinephrine Ratio | Assesses balance between stress hormones. |
GABA | Primary inhibitory neurotransmitter for relaxation. |
Glutamic Acid | Involved in neural communication and brain function. |
Histamine | Plays a role in immune response and neurotransmission. |
L-DOPA | Precursor to dopamine, supporting neurological health. |
Normetanephrine, Metanephrine | Metabolites reflecting adrenal function. |
3-Methoxytyramine | Indicates dopamine metabolism. |
Valine (VAL), Leucine (LEU), Isoleucine (ILE) | Branched-chain amino acids essential for muscle function. |
Tryptophan (TRP), Tryptamine, Phenylalanine (PHE), Tyrosine (TYR), Histidine (HIS) | Essential aromatic amino acids critical for neurotransmitter production. |
Methionine (MET), Threonine (THR), Lysine (LYS), Hydroxylysine, Phenethylamine (PEA) | Essential amino acids necessary for growth and repair. |
Glutamine (GLN), Asparagine (ASN), Aspartic Acid (ASP), Alanine (ALA), Proline (PRO) | Non-essential amino acids supporting cellular health and energy production. |
Arginine (ARG), Glycine (GLY), Cysteine (CYS), Serine (SER), Homocysteine | Involved in protein synthesis and detoxification processes. |
Cystathionine, Hydroxyproline, Homoserine, Homocystine, Cystine | Amino acids essential for structural integrity and metabolic pathways. |
GABA, Beta Alanine (BALA), Histamine (HA), Carnosine (CAR) | Non-proteinogenic amino acids key to cellular communication and defense. |
Ornithine (ORN), Citrulline (CIT), Glutathione, Sarcosine | Support detoxification and antioxidant activities in the body. |
2-Alpha-aminoadipic Acid, Alpha-aminobutyric Acid, Beta-aminoisobutyric Acid | Involved in specialized metabolic functions and cellular signaling. |
Please note that the custom crèmes are made-to-order and are non-returnable. Order cancellations are not accepted once the crèmes have been created. Follow all sample collection instructions carefully to ensure the accuracy of your test results.
This test provides a comprehensive overview of your metabolic processes and hormone levels, making it a valuable tool for anyone looking to address stress response, inflammation, and overall health optimization.
This profile includes two custom crèmes: a morning crème and a night crème. The day crème lasts for 30 days if used twice daily, while the night crème lasts for 55 days if used once daily. For those with chronic sleep issues, using the PM crème twice a night reduces its duration to 30 days.
Urine Collection: Collect a urine sample at 10 AM using the provided cup, following all guidelines to ensure accuracy.
Saliva Collection: Collect multiple saliva samples throughout the day to accurately measure hormone fluctuations.
Step | Instructions |
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1. Prepare for Collection | Keep your routine and list all medications on the enclosed health questionnaire. |
2. Evening Before | Eat a light dinner, limit protein, and avoid nuts, cheeses, and alcohol. |
3. Morning of Collection | Limit water intake, avoid caffeine, exercise, and void the first morning urine. |
4. Urine Sample Collection | Collect the second urine of the day at 10 AM, midstream. |
5. Specimen Handling | Pour urine into the transport tube, cap tightly, and invert to mix. |
6. Storage and Shipping | Refrigerate the specimen and ship within 24 hours of collection. |
Please note that the custom crèmes are made-to-order and are non-returnable. Order cancellations are not accepted once the crèmes have been created. Follow all sample collection instructions carefully to ensure the accuracy of your test results.