Integrative Medicine for Women's Health: Addressing Hormonal Imbalances with Dutch Testing
What is Dutch Testing?
Dutch testing, also known as the Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones, is a sophisticated diagnostic tool used to assess hormone levels in the body. It involves collecting urine samples at various times throughout the day, which are then dried and sent to a laboratory for analysis.
This testing method provides a comprehensive view of hormonal status, including levels of estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, cortisol, and their metabolites. Unlike traditional urine or blood tests, Dutch testing offers a more detailed analysis of hormone function and metabolism over a 24-hour period.
Healthcare providers often use Dutch testing to evaluate hormonal imbalances related to conditions such as menstrual irregularities, menopause symptoms, adrenal fatigue, and other endocrine disorders. Results can help guide treatment options and lifestyle changes to restore hormonal balance.
Who Benefits From Dutch Testing?
Dutch testing is expensive but also very compressive. Furthermore, there are several tests all varied in indications and costs. It is important to order the test that is correct for the person to help guide a treatment plan. Dutch is best utilized for someone with irregular cycles without a clear cause, someone experiencing subfertility or someone who is experiencing perimenopausal symptoms but serum labs are normal. Finally, these labs are great for anyone who has difficulty losing weight, sleeping or coping but all serum labs have been normal.
What can Dutch Testing Diagnosis?
PCOS
Adrenal Fatigue
Perimenopause
Optimal Hormone Levels on Replacement
Nutritional Deficiencies
Short Luteal Phase
Premature Ovarian Insufficiency
Estrogen Metabolism
Melatonin Production
Testosterone Metabolism and Deficiency
Think Dutch is right for you? Set up an appointment to review your concerns and set up your testing.
If you are investing financially in your health (which I love) - you should be investing with someone who is an expert in women’s health, hormones and supplement care. When you get a Dutch test at EmpowHer - we don’t simply hand you the results - we interpret them and provide recommendations - both prescription and non-prescription medications and lifestyle interventions.
