Cortisol is a steroid hormone and helps regulate metabolism, reduce inflammation and control blood sugar levels and is produced by the adrenal glands. It rises in response to stress, but it will also rise in those taking steroids (even as creams or asthma inhalers) and briefly after eating. Persistently raised cortisol levels may indicate underlying Cushing's disease. Too little cortisol may indicate adrenal deficiency and Addisons disease. Cortisol levels naturally deplete throughout the day so a 9am sample is best.
As Cortisol decreases TSH, thereby decreasing thyroid hormone production, as well as inhibiting T4 to T3 conversion, measuring Cortisol is important.
This private blood analysis for Cortisol is accessible at over thirty one private hospital locations around the UK.
Included in every pathology request for Cortisol are a Doctors Referral, all Phlebotomy fees (your blood taken at a Private Hospital), all laboratory fees and includes our GP comments.
Inclusions: analysis for this analyte only.
Special Instructions: No Special Instructions.
Attendance Restrictions: A 9am appointment is required
Laboratory Notes: Age specific See Report
Sample Container: 1 x Gold
Fasting: If fasting is required, it will be explained on your Pathology Passport. 8 hours fasting is sufficient when it is required.
Estimated Turnaround Time: 3 Working days.
Collect
751
Pathology Points worth
£7.52
to put towards future testing.
Thank you - 1.0% of your order total will be donated to Our Charity of the Month
