This panel provides an assessment of hormones, which play a significant role in maintaining the overall health and wellness in women throughout all life stages.
Estradiol acts mainly as a growth hormone for the reproductive structures in females. In addition, estradiol works in conjunction with progesterone during the menstrual cycle and pregnancy. Declining levels of estradiol during perimenopause/menopause can result in significant symptoms as well.
In women, testosterone contributes to sex drive or libido. Menopause causes significant decline in the testosterone levels.
DHEA has a broad spectrum of benefits including improved energy, mood, memory, increased testosterone levels, enhanced libido and immune function.
Finally, Cortisol imbalance is known to result in conditions like irritability, fatigue, depression, foggy thinking, weight gain and bone loss.
