DUTCH Test
How It Works:
Home test kit delivered: Once booked, a prepaid test kit is shipped directly to your door within 2–3 days. Everything you need for safe and accurate sample collection is included.
Sample Type: Urine and saliva samples, collected at home and sent to a specialized laboratory
Laboratory Analysis: takes about 3 to 4 weeks to hormone levels, daily cortisol patterns, melatonin production, and hormone metabolism pathways.
Consultation & Report: If a consultation is booked, it will take place once your results are ready. During the session, we’ll discuss your symptoms, health concerns, and goals in detail. You will then receive a comprehensive report along with a personalised health plan tailored to your results.
DIY: The test results are very complex and best understood with the help of a professional who can accurately interpret and analyse the data.
What is a DUTCH test and why do you need one?
The DUTCH test (Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones) is one of the most advanced hormone testing tools available. It provides a detailed overview of your sex hormones, adrenal function, cortisol rhythm, melatonin levels, and their metabolites, giving insight into how your body is managing stress, metabolism, and hormonal balance.
This test is essential for identifying the root causes of hormonal imbalances, chronic fatigue, irregular cycles, PMS, low libido, sleep issues, and stress-related conditions. It is a key tool in functional medicine for developing a precise and personalised approach to hormone health.
Who is this test for?
The DUTCH test is suitable for individuals who:
Experience symptoms of hormonal imbalance, such as PMS, irregular periods, PCOS, or menopause
Suffer from chronic stress, fatigue, or burnout
Have difficulty sleeping or low melatonin production
Want to investigate low libido, mood swings, or anxiety
Are seeking to optimise metabolic health, fertility, or hormone-related weight changes
Have unexplained symptoms and want a comprehensive view of hormone function
What does the test analyse?
The DUTCH test measures:
Sex hormones: oestrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and their metabolites
Adrenal hormones: cortisol and DHEA, plus their daily rhythms
Melatonin levels and sleep-related hormone patterns
Hormone metabolism: how your body processes and clears hormones
Stress response: including cortisol awakening response (CAR)
What you’ll learn
Whether your hormones are in balance, and how this affects your symptoms
Your cortisol rhythm and how well your body handles stress throughout the day
Insights into sleep quality, energy levels, and adrenal resilience
How your body metabolises hormones — critical for cancer prevention and detoxification
Personalised strategies to support hormonal health through diet, supplements, stress management, and lifestyle changes