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Is Hormone Testing right for you?
Why are hormone levels unique to you?
Why should you get your Hormones tested?
The simplicity and accuracy of Salivary Hormone Analysis
Hormone Testing and Benefits
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Hormone Benefits

Important Ways Saliva Hormone Testing Can Help Monitor Your Hormonal Needs

  • A baseline test done in your thirties can tell what your hormone levels are at your peak
  • Yearly testing from age 40 on can help monitor how quickly or slowly your hormone levels are changing
  • Regular monitoring can help determine when it is appropriate to begin hormone replacement
  • Once you begin HRT, testing can tell how you are responding
  • Regular monitoring of HRT can help keep track of how your body and your hormonal needs are changing over time

Hormone Benefits

  • Estrogen (estradiol, estriol, and estrone)
    • Protection against osteoporosis, heart disease, Alzheimer's disease, colon cancer, incontinence and tooth loss
    • Increases serotonin and endorphin levels
    • Enhances mental acuity and memory
    • Relieves menopausal symptoms
  • Progesterone
    • Decreases risk of endometrial cancer
    • Enhances mood and has a calming effect
    • Involved in PMS reduction
    • Regulates fluid balance
  • Testosterone
    • Builds muscle and promotes muscle tone
    • Increases libido
    • Helps strengthen bones
  • DHEA
    • Protection from heart disease, osteoporosis
    • Cancer prevention, immune system stimulation
    • Promotes psychological and physical well-being
  • Melatonin
    • Cancer and heart disease prevention
    • Promotes sleep

Contact North Bay Diagnostics at 888-689-TEST (8378) to order your lab kit.
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