Hormonal imbalances don’t just affect your mood—they impact every aspect of your health, from energy levels to weight management, sleep, and more. Whether you’re battling fatigue, experiencing mood swings, or struggling with unexplained weight gain, understanding your hormone health is the first step towards feeling like yourself again. Enter DUTCH hormone testing: the gold standard in advanced hormone diagnostics.

What is DUTCH Hormone Testing?

DUTCH, which stands for Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones, offers a comprehensive analysis of your hormone levels, providing insights far beyond what traditional tests can reveal. This cutting-edge test measures your hormones, including cortisol, estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone, alongside their metabolites. By tracking both hormone levels and how your body processes and eliminates them, DUTCH testing gives you a complete picture of your hormonal health.

Why DUTCH Testing is the Game-Changer You’ve Been Searching For

Traditional hormone tests, like blood and saliva tests, have limitations. They capture only a snapshot of your hormone levels at one point in time, which doesn’t offer the full picture. Here's how DUTCH testing goes above and beyond:

Comprehensive Hormonal Insights: DUTCH measures both free and metabolized hormones, providing a complete view of your body’s hormonal activity.
Track Your Cortisol Rhythm: Unlike a one-time cortisol test, DUTCH maps cortisol fluctuations throughout the day, giving you a deeper understanding of your adrenal function and stress response.
Understand Estrogen Metabolism: DUTCH testing evaluates estrogen breakdown products to pinpoint risks related to estrogen imbalance—whether you have estrogen dominance or deficiency.
Convenient & Non-Invasive: This isn’t your typical lab visit. You can collect your samples at home, making it a stress-free process.

Who Should Consider DUTCH Testing?

If you’re dealing with any of these symptoms, DUTCH testing could be the key to unlocking the answers you need:

Chronic fatigue or burnout
Irregular menstrual cycles or menopause symptoms
Anxiety, depression, or mood swings
Difficulty losing or managing weight
Low libido or fertility challenges
Sleep disturbances

How to Get Started with DUTCH Testing

At DuPage Health and Physical Therapy, we make hormone testing simple and personalized. Here’s how it works:

Book an Appointment: We will discuss your symptoms and determine if DUTCH testing is right for you.
Get Your Test Kit: After your visit, you’ll receive your DUTCH testing kit to complete the test at home.
Review Your Results: Once your results are in, we’ll schedule a follow-up session to interpret your findings and create a tailored plan to restore balance through diet, supplements, lifestyle changes, and stress management.

We believe in a holistic, functional medicine approach that empowers you to take control of your health.

Why Choose Us?

At DuPage Health and Physical Therapy, we don’t just offer tests—we offer a personalized journey to better health. Our functional medicine approach means we treat the root cause of your hormonal imbalances, not just the symptoms. With the DUTCH test, we can give you the clarity and direction you need to feel your best.

Get Your Hormones Back on Track

If you’re ready to stop guessing and start understanding your body on a deeper level, DUTCH testing is your first step towards optimal health. Contact us today to schedule your appointment at 331-401-5900. Let’s take control of your hormone health together.

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Smith, R. et al. "Comprehensive Hormone Testing: A Comparative Analysis of Methods." Functional Medicine Review, 2020.

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