This panel provides an assessment of hormones, which play a significant role in maintaining the overall health and wellness in men. Men’s Hormones Plus Panel includes a closer evaluation of the diurnal pattern of cortisol production, compared to the Men’s Hormone Panel.
Cortisol, the stress hormone, is known to have a diurnal pattern throughout the 24 hour day, It generally is higher in the morning and lower in the evening to allow normal sleep and waking patterns. The addition of multiple cortisol samples in this test panel provides important insight into the body’s stress response. Abnormalities can result in anxiety, insomnia, depression, low energy, brain fog, irritability, metabolic issues, and other hormone related symptoms.