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Cortisol Awakening Response

$265 NZD
The Cortisol Awakening Response saliva test provides information about the body's natural cortisol rhythms and response to stress, which may be useful in understanding various physical and mental health conditions.
cortisol awakening response

The cortisol awakening response (CAR) is a natural increase in cortisol that occurs in response to waking in the morning. Normally cortisol is highest in the morning, shortly after waking, and gradually decrease throughout the day. The CAR is a sharp increase in cortisol that occurs within the first 30-45 minutes after waking, typically peaking around 30 minutes. This increase in cortisol levels is thought to be a natural response to the body's need to mobilise energy and prepare for the demands of the day.

The CAR has been studied as a marker of the body's response to stress and has been associated with various physical and mental health outcomes, such as depression, anxiety, and chronic fatigue syndrome. Researchers have also explored the relationship between the CAR and sleep quality, with some studies suggesting that disrupted sleep patterns may interfere with the CAR.

What's included
Cortisol Awakening Response
Cortisol Diurnal Rhythm
Test instructions
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Your test kit and all instructions are posted directly to you, and there is no need to visit a collection centre.
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Collect your saliva samples at set times during the day.
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Mail your sample back to the lab according to the instructions provided with your kit.
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Results for this test available in 10-12 business days from when the sample is received back and will be published in your online dashboard.
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for $265 NZD
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