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A blood test measuring cortisol, an important hormone produced by the adrenal glands.
£95
Results in Results typically available within 2–4 working days.
A cortisol result should always be interpreted alongside your symptoms, medical history and the time the blood sample was taken, as cortisol levels naturally vary throughout the day. This test provides a baseline measurement and may indicate whether further endocrine investigations are appropriate.
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Attend your appointment and one of our experienced nurses or phlebotomists will collect your blood sample. If your test also includes another sample, such as urine or stool, we will provide the necessary collection kit and clear instructions.
Results are typically available within Same day. Some individual markers may take longer if they require specialist laboratory processing. We will normally wait until the full profile is complete before issuing your reviewed results.
Fasting is not usually required, but timing is important because cortisol changes naturally throughout the day. Unless your clinician has requested a different time, a morning sample—typically between 8:00 am and 10:00 am—is usually preferred.
This test may be particularly useful for: Fatigue; Hormonal assessment; Suspected adrenal disorders; Endocrine assessment.
This test is commonly chosen when investigating: Fatigue; Weakness; Unexplained weight change; Low blood pressure. Blood tests are only one part of an assessment, and results should be considered alongside your symptoms and medical history.
This test may help assess or investigate: Abnormal cortisol levels; Adrenal hormone disorders. An abnormal result does not necessarily confirm a diagnosis, but it may help guide further assessment.
This profile includes: Cortisol.
Ways to have this test
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Find a slot online, or call us to book.
Your appointment will be with a friendly nurse.
We provide a health record, sent also to your NHS GP on request.