Lab Testing

Product Description

**Note: All laboratory testing requires an authorizing physician. DHA Laboratory offers a patient direct program that partners you with an authorizing physician. If you have any additional questions regarding the availability of testing, please contact our laboratory by telephone or email.**

A cortisol test may be used to help diagnose Cushing Syndrome, or to help diagnose adrenal insufficiency or Addison Disease, conditions associated with deficient cortisol. Cortisol is a hormone that plays a part in the metabolism of proteins, lipids, and carbohydrates, among other functions. Normally, the level of cortisol in the blood fluctuates throughout the day.

Patient Preparation: Discontinue any supplements containing Biotin for 72 hours prior to specimen collection.