Hormone Testing

Have you heard about the DUTCH test?

Listened to a Podcast with a discussion of its benefits?

Women and Men are hearing about this new test and contacting our clinic to learn more about it. We are one of the few Naturopathic Clinics in Calgary, Alberta that offers this testing.

The DUTCH (Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones) hormone test is a functional lab test that can be

used to assess hormonal balance and provide valuable insights into an individual's health. Unlike traditional hormone tests that rely on blood or saliva samples, the DUTCH test utilizes dried urine to capture a more comprehensive picture of hormonal fluctuations throughout the day as well as insights on hormone detoxification.

One of the key advantages of the DUTCH hormone test is its ability to measure not only the levels of various hormones but also their metabolites, offering a more complete understanding of hormone metabolism. This is crucial because hormones are not only produced by the body but also undergo complex transformations, and assessing these metabolites can provide valuable information about how the body processes and eliminates hormones.

The DUTCH test covers a wide range of hormones, including but not limited to cortisol, estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and melatonin. Cortisol, the primary stress hormone, is measured at multiple time points throughout the day, allowing for a full 24 hour complete picture of the body's stress response and circadian rhythm. This detailed cortisol profile can help identify issues such as adrenal fatigue or cortisol dysregulation.

Estrogen and progesterone, crucial sex hormones for reproductive health in both men and women, are assessed to determine their balance and overall levels. Testosterone, important for muscle development, energy, and libido, is also included in the panel. Imbalances in these sex hormones can contribute to a variety of symptoms, including fatig