Male Hormones Plus is a noninvasive salivary assessment of bioavailable testosterone in circadian rhythm.
In addition to analysis of testosterone, Male Hormones Plus includes the Adrenocortex Stress Profile and the Comprehensive Melatonin Profile to reveal how testosterone is influenced by cortisol, DHEA, and melatonin.
As part of the Male Hormones Plus™ profile, clinicians have several cortisol testing options, each offering its own level of clinical insight:
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- Adrenocortex Stress Profile (ASP): Four salivary samples measured throughout the day to give insight into the natural circadian diurnal cortisol rhythm, and help clinicians address specific daily stressors.
- Cortisol Awakening Response (CAR): Three awakening samples to evaluate CAR with one evening cortisol sample.
- CAR is a transient, immediate rise in cortisol upon awakening and is distinct from the diurnal rhythm. CAR reflects a person’s ability to cope with anticipated challenges and their perception of control around chronic stress, providing insight into HPA axis resiliency.
- The isolated evening cortisol has distinct clinical implications. Elevated evening cortisol is linked to insomnia and associated with various diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, hormonally driven cancers, and osteoporosis.
- Adrenocortex Stress Profile with Cortisol Awakening Response (ASP with CAR): Six samples that offers the most comprehensive look at cortisol and the HPA axis.
Based on Genova’s ongoing commitment to quality assurance, we have updated the calculation for CAR to reflect a direct percentage increase. Most literature demonstrates an expected increase of ≥ 50% (with a range of 50 -150%).
Lab cost: $638.40 – $838.40
Only healthcare providers licensed in their province or state may order laboratory testing.
