DUTCH Hormone Testing

Hormones are messengers that influence nearly every body system, affecting energy, sleep, mood, metabolism, weight, and reproductive health. When hormones are out of balance, symptoms can develop even when routine bloodwork appears normal.

The DUTCH test (Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones) provides a detailed assessment of hormone levels and how the body processes and eliminates them.

Understanding hormone metabolism can offer valuable insight into hormone patterns, potential health risks, and how hormones interact with other organ systems. This information helps guide a more comprehensive, individualized treatment plan that addresses the underlying factors contributing to symptoms.

Collection is simple and convenient. Samples are collected at home using dried urine. The test measures key sex hormones and their metabolites, along with markers of adrenal function and select nutritional markers, providing a broader picture of hormonal health.

Why is this important?

A more comprehensive understanding of hormone levels and metabolism can help identify patterns that may be contributing to symptoms such as:

Fatigue and low energy
Sleep disturbances
Mood changes, anxiety, or irritability
PMS and menopausal symptoms

Changes in libido
Difficulty managing weight
Symptoms associated with hormonal changes

When appropriate, Dr. King uses DUTCH testing to gain a more complete picture of hormonal function and guide an individualized treatment plan based on each patient’s symptoms, history, and test results.

What makes Dutch testing different?

Hormone metabolites evaluate how the body breaks down and processes certain hormones, providing information on other organ functions.
Daily cortisol patterns: Measures cortisol’s circadian rhythm.