Cortisol

The Cortisol test is done to check the level of cortisol hormone in your bloodstream. Cortisol is the body’s primary stress hormone that helps your body in managing stress, regulating blood pressure, controlling how the body uses energy and fights inflammation. Usually, cortisol levels are at their peak in the morning and gradually decline throughout the day.

The test is important to evaluate the functioning of adrenal glands. An imbalance in hormones or a problem with the adrenal glands may be shown to be too high or too low cortisol levels.

Having high cortisol levels may indicate:

• Cushing’s syndrome
• Ongoing stress
• Adrenal gland tumors
• Depression and anxiety disorders

Having low cortisol levels may suggest :

• Addison’s disease
• Adrenal gland insufficiency
• Hypopituitarism – a condition where the pituitary gland doesn't produce enough hormones

Symptoms to look out for are:

• Elevated blood pressure
• An increase in body weight, especially around the face and trunk
• Muscle weakness
• Emotional fluctuation and getting tired

The Cortisol test is suggested for individuals experiencing long-term stress, persistent tiredness or have hormone problems.  Based on your doctor’s recommendation, the test may involve some additional test to assess the problem more accurately.

You can book a Cortisol test in Dadri with UniQ Pathlab today and get accurate hormone analysis, free home collection and advice from experts on how to handle stress and hormones.