Adrenal fatigue tests are easily accomplished and are helpful to overcome fatigue and other health conditions. A simple saliva adrenal fatigue test may show imbalances between cortisol and DHEA.

These tests can be useful for those complaining of a lack of energy or fatigue. Tests for adrenal fatigue is accomplished with a saliva test that examines 4 saliva samples over a 24-hour period for levels of cortisol and DHEA. Imbalances in these hormones are associated with ailments ranging from obesity and chronic fatigue to immune deficiency and increased risk of cardiovascular disease.

Adrenal fatigue tests measure the levels of cortisol and DHEA and provides an evaluation of how cortisol levels differ throughout the day. Cortisol levels typically peak shortly after rising and are at their lowest after the onset of sleep.

It is important to know the results because cortisol is involved in many important functions in your body, including the metabolism and utilization of proteins, carbohydrates and fats, your body’s response to physiological or psychological stress, and the control of inflammation and proper blood sugar levels. Cortisol also helps maintain proper blood pressure, normal nerve and brain activity and normal heart and immune function.

This test also determines levels of DHEA which plays a role in the metabolism of protein, carbohydrates and fats, and works with cortisol to help maintain proper blood sugar levels. DHEA helps regulate body weight, blood pressure and immune function, and is used by the body to make the hormones, testosterone and estradiol.

Too much or too little of cortisol or DHEA can lead to illness, and it is important that these two hormones be in balance with each other. Tests for adrenal fatigue are imperative to help one overcome specific health conditions and especially fatigue.

Call Dr. Dahlman’s office to discuss the importance that adrenal fatigue tests can make in your health and to learn the cost.