The DUTCH Complete™ is a comprehensive assessment of sex and adrenal hormones and their metabolites and includes the daily, free cortisol pattern, organic acids, melatonin, and 8-OHdG. This test cannot be ordered for patients under 12 years of age.
Hormone Assessment
The DUTCH Complete test measures a range of hormones such as cortisol, cortisone, estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. This comprehensive approach provides a more complete picture of a person’s hormonal balance compared to traditional blood tests.
Circadian Rhythm Analysis
It includes an evaluation of the natural daily patterns of cortisol and cortisone, which can help assess adrenal function and identify issues with circadian rhythm.
Metabolite Measurement
The test also measures hormone metabolites, which are the products of hormone breakdown. This can offer more detailed insights into how hormones are being processed by the body.
The DUTCH Complete test is particularly popular among practitioners of functional medicine, who often focus on hormone balance as a key aspect of health. However, like any medical test, its results should be interpreted in the context of a comprehensive clinical evaluation.
