Cortisol Awakening Response Test Kit

For all patients experiencing:

• Fatigue, especially on waking
• Insomnia
• Chronic fatigue
• Depression or anxiety, especially on waking
• High-stress lifestyle
• Loss of resiliency

The kit includes:

• Easy-to-follow Directions and Requisition Form
• (6) Salivette™ Saliva Collection Tubes
• Resealable Plastic Bag
• Return Envelope with Paid Return Label (Domestic Only)

The results include:

• Analysis of cortisol awakening response (CAR) from cortisone (5) and cortisol (5)
• Graphical representation of results
• Provider notes with specific additional information created specifically for the patient

Cortisol Awakening Response (CAR) Instructions

The DUTCH CAR is a saliva test that provides insight into adrenal function with details about a patient’s cortisol awakening response (CAR). Along with the CAR, this test also shows the patient’s daily free cortisol and cortisone patterns.

What does this test?

• Salivary cortisol awakening response (CAR)
• Cortisol
• Cortisone
• Optional insomnia cortisol measurement

View Sample Reports: Both Male & Female

 

When is the DUTCH CAR recommended?

This test is recommended when you are looking for information about:

• HPA Axis function
• Cortisol awakening response

Another test is better suited when:

• You want a more complete picture of HPA axis function. The CAR can independently suggest HPA axis dysfunction, but comparing metabolized cortisol with total free cortisol can provide insights into a patient’s cortisol metabolism rate which attributes to things like thyroid disorders, obesity, or chronic fatigue.
• The DUTCH Plus® provides both looks at adrenal function.
• HPA Axis dysfunction is not suspected. The DUTCH Complete™ provides insights into the overall diurnal pattern of free cortisol and the total distribution of cortisol metabolites. Providers also gain further insight into sex hormones and their metabolites, melatonin metabolites, and markers for oxidative stress, nutritional deficiencies, and more.

 

PATIENT COLLECTION SCHEDULE

Both men and women may collect any day, but it is recommended to collect on a typical day, while adhering to their most common wake/sleep schedule. 

Sample #1: Waking Sample - Saliva
Collect saliva immediately upon waking, complete within 5 minutes, and set a timer for 30 minutes for Sample #2.

Sample #2: +30 Minute Sample - Saliva
Collect saliva 30 minutes after waking, complete within 5 minutes, then set the timer for 30 minutes for Sample #3.

Sample #3: +60 Minute Sample - Saliva
Collect saliva 60 minutes after waking, complete within 5 minutes. Avoid morning food, drink, and brushing your teeth until after this collection.

Sample #4: 4–5pm Sample - Saliva
Rinse your mouth with water 10 minutes prior to collecting. Collect between 4-5pm (before your evening meal).

Sample #5: Bedtime Sample - Saliva
Rinse your mouth with water 10 minutes prior to collecting. Collect at bedtime, but no later than midnight.

Sample #6: Optional Extra Sample - Saliva
If you struggle with staying asleep during the night, keep the collection tube close to your bed and collect at the time of your sleep disturbance.

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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.