Description
Have you been feeling constantly fatigued, moody, or struggling to manage stress despite a healthy lifestyle? Your hormones could hold the answer.
The DUTCH Plus™ Test goes beyond routine hormone testing by combining dried urine and saliva samples to give the most complete picture of hormone balance, adrenal health, and stress response — all from the comfort of your home.
It measures sex hormones (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone) and adrenal hormones (DHEA, cortisol), along with their metabolites, to understand not just how much your body produces, but how efficiently it uses and clears these hormones.
In addition to everything offered in the DUTCH Complete™, this test measures your Cortisol Awakening Response (CAR) — a crucial indicator of how your body reacts to stress immediately after waking up.
By analyzing these patterns, practitioners can uncover hidden adrenal dysfunction, chronic fatigue causes, or burnout indicators that traditional tests often miss.
At Medi-Gyn, we focus on identifying the root cause of your symptoms to help you restore hormonal balance, vitality, and long-term health.
The DUTCH Plus™ is ideal for individuals dealing with chronic stress, fatigue, hormonal imbalance, or difficulty sleeping — offering an evidence-based path to regain balance and well-being.
What You’ll Get with the DUTCH Plus™
With the DUTCH Plus™, healthcare providers gain a comprehensive overview of your hormone and adrenal function using both dried urine and saliva testing.
The kit includes:
- Easy-to-understand step-by-step instructions
- 4 urine collection strips
- 6 Salivette™ saliva collection tubes for Cortisol Awakening Response (CAR) measurement
- Requisition form for:
- Patient information
- Medications and supplements
- Hormone replacement details
- Health questionnaire
- Sealable prepaid return envelope for hassle-free shipping
Your results include:
- Analysis of 5 key sex and adrenal hormones — estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA-S, and cortisol, along with 35 additional analytes
- Graphical charts and video tutorials for easy interpretation
- Cortisol Awakening Response (CAR) analysis for stress resilience and adrenal health insights
- DUTCH OATs – Organic Acid Tests evaluating:
- Melatonin (6-OHMS)
- 8-Hydroxy-2-deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG) – oxidative stress marker
- Vitamin markers (B12, B6, Biotin, Glutathione)
- Neurotransmitter markers (dopamine, norepinephrine, epinephrine)
- Gut health markers (indican)
When is the DUTCH Plus™ Recommended?
The DUTCH Plus™ Test is ideal for individuals experiencing symptoms such as:
- Fatigue, especially on waking
- Poor sleep or insomnia
- Anxiety or low mood upon waking
- Chronic fatigue or burnout
- Difficulty handling stress
- Loss of energy and motivation
It’s particularly beneficial for those suspected of HPA axis dysfunction (the body’s stress-regulation system).
The CAR measurement helps identify whether your adrenal response is blunted or overactive, allowing for a targeted stress-recovery strategy.
Who Can Benefit from the DUTCH Plus™ Test?
The DUTCH Plus™ is suitable for anyone wanting to gain clarity about their hormonal and adrenal health. It is especially valuable for:
- Individuals with hormone-related conditions such as PCOS, PMS, perimenopause, or menopause
- Those with reproductive or fertility issues
- Patients undergoing hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
- Individuals seeking preventive health insights to reduce the risk of metabolic or inflammatory diseases
- Those struggling with weight management due to hormonal imbalance
- Individuals experiencing stress intolerance or adrenal fatigue
- People with neuroinflammation, mood disorders, or low resilience
What Makes DUTCH Plus™ Different from DUTCH Complete™?
While the DUTCH Complete™ provides a detailed look at hormone production and metabolism, the DUTCH Plus™ adds an important extra layer — the Cortisol Awakening Response (CAR).
Even if your cortisol levels look “normal,” your CAR pattern may reveal underlying dysfunction.
- Low or blunted CAR: May indicate adrenal fatigue, burnout, sleep disorders, PTSD, or chronic illness.
- High CAR: Can suggest excessive stress, anxiety, depression, or pain-related conditions.
This unique measurement acts as a “mini stress test” for your adrenal system, providing actionable insights for both patients and healthcare providers.
How long does it take to get the results?
- TAT (Turnaround Time): Results are typically available within 4 weeks after samples reach the lab.
- Postage: Includes a prepaid return envelope and shipping labels for easy and safe sample return.
- Processing: Samples undergo comprehensive urine and saliva analysis for accuracy and depth.
- Quality Control: Multiple verification steps ensure precision and reliability of results.
- Results Review: Your Medi-Gyn provider will review the findings with you in detail.
- Personalized Plan: Based on your hormone and stress profile, your provider will create a custom health plan to help restore hormonal balance, improve energy, and enhance stress resilience.
✅ Empower yourself with insights that go beyond standard hormone testing.
The DUTCH Plus™ Test Kit helps you and your provider take a deeper look at your stress response, hormone balance, and overall vitality — guiding you toward a more energized, balanced, and healthier you.