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Our Stress Panel measures cortisol and DHEA-S, two key hormones that reflect how your body responds to stress. Cortisol is your primary “stress hormone,” while DHEA-S helps balance its effects and supports energy, mood, and resilience. Together, these markers provide insight into adrenal function, stress adaptation, and overall hormonal balance, helping you understand whether stress may be impacting your health and wellbeing.
All our home testing kits include a FREE GP consultation to discuss your results and next steps - giving you complete peace of mind from the comfort of your home.
Important: Only suitable for those 18 and over. Collect your sample in the early morning (ideally between 7 a.m. and 10 a.m.), no fasting is needed.
Simply choose your test by ordering online or by contacting us directly. At the time of ordering, you will be asked to complete pre-appointment questionnaire, which you can complete online . Suitable for those over 18 years of age.
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Choose the home test that’s right for you. Securely pay online and complete the simple online consent form so we can process your order.
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Your testing kit will be posted directly to your chosen address, ready for you to use at home.
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Follow the step-by-step instructions included with your kit to collect your sample, then return it to the lab using the prepaid envelope provided.
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Once processed, your results report will be sent via email with a secure link to our encrypted patient portal, where you can view and download your results. You will also receive a link with your results to book a FREE online GP appointment to discuss your results if you wish.
Following your appointment you will receive an electronic report clearly detailing your test results, how they compare to a healthy range, the implications and recommended next steps. Test result reports are shared via our secure patient portal, usually within 72 hours (results can take longer depending on the test you requested).
Stress has a direct impact on your body’s hormone balance, and two of the most important markers involved are cortisol and DHEA-S. Cortisol is the body’s primary “stress hormone,” released in response to pressure and challenges, while DHEA-S works to balance its effects and support energy, mood, and resilience.
When cortisol and DHEA-S levels are out of balance, it can affect sleep, focus, mood, and immunity. Over time, prolonged stress and disrupted adrenal function may also increase the risk of more serious health issues.
A home Stress Panel blood test makes it easy to check how your body is adapting to stress. Using a finger prick or Tasso device, you can collect your sample at home and send it securely to our UK laboratories for fast and accurate analysis.
Your results will provide clear insight into your adrenal function and overall hormonal balance. This knowledge can help you understand whether stress is playing a role in your symptoms and guide you in making changes to support long-term health and wellbeing.
We want to ensure that all of our patients receive the information they need to make an informed decision about their Treatment. If you have any questions or if you require assistance with anything, please let us know.
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