Why Assessing Progesterone Is Better with DUTCH
by Mark Newman, MS
In July of 2017, we had an excellent post from Dr. Schroeder about why we test cycling women within days 19-22 of their cycle. As…
Is Cortisol causing your patient to struggle with sleep in the middle of the night?
by Carrie Jones, ND, MPH
The DUTCH Plus now has the answer! When patients suffer from insomnia, the 5 salivary cortisol measurements on the DUTCH Plus may not be enough…
Estrogen and the Aging Brain
by Clinical Consulting Team
A growing body of research suggests estrogen levels throughout a woman’s life may influence her risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. In this case, more estrogen…
Metabolized Versus Free Cortisol: Understanding the Difference
by Carrie Jones, ND, MPH
The DUTCH Test™ is well-recognized for its reporting that is not available from other laboratories. The cortisol metabolites in the adrenal section are among the…
What Does “Waking (A)” Represent in the Daily Free Cortisol Pattern?
by Carrie Jones, ND, MPH
Is your patient interested in knowing what their cortisol levels are in the middle of the night? Do they suffer from insomnia or wake routinely…
Why we test during days 19-22 of a 28-day cycle
by Elise Schroeder, ND
A common question both practitioners and patients have is, when should I test my hormones? This depends, of course, on whether someone is having regular…
Using the DUTCH Test® for Vaginal Atrophy
by Elise Schroeder, ND
Vaginal atrophy is one of the top complaints among menopausal women and women experiencing estrogen deprivation therapy post breast cancer. Symptoms commonly include: dryness, general…
The Potential Benefits of “4-Spot Urine Testing” for HPA Axis Assessment
by Mark Newman, MS
Written by Carrie Jones, ND and Mark Newman, MS The health of the entire hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis is critically important for maintaining proper health primarily…
Testosterone and Men: Understanding the Age-Dependent Ranges
by Mark Newman, MS
It’s natural for testosterone levels to decline as men age, but working to identify the ideal ranges for one’s age is important to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Carrie…
Supporting Optimal Timing for a Successful Pregnancy
by Mark Newman, MS
Dr. Rices’ experience in women’s and pediatric care allows her to continually work to create programs that provide calm and stable atmospheres for pregnant and nursing women. We…
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: How DUTCH Testing Helps Manage Risk
by Mark Newman, MS
Here at Precision Analytical, we think it is very important to raise breast cancer awareness and honor those courageous individuals that have experienced this monstrous…
Subtleties in the Diagnosis of Endocrine System Dysfunction
by Mark Newman, MS
The DUTCH (Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones) test is currently the most comprehensive lab test available in the market. Therefore, it is not surprising that reading…
