{"title":"Women's Health","description":"\u003cp\u003eCycle regulation, perimenopause support, oestrogen metabolism, and hormone-balancing formulations across every life stage.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"designs-for-health-calcium-d-glucarate","title":"Calcium-D-glucarate","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"product-marketing-headline\"\u003eSupports healthy oestrogen clearance and liver detoxification\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCalcium-D-glucarate, beta-glucuronidase inhibitor for oestrogen clearance and liver detoxification.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-sourcing\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a practitioner grade supplement. Depending on availability, it may include Designs for Health. If that brand is unavailable, your practitioner will recommend the most evidence-backed option for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-short-description\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePure calcium-D-glucarate powder supporting hepatic glucuronidation, reducing oestrogen reabsorption from the gut and supporting Phase II liver detoxification pathways.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-long-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigns for Health Calcium-D-Glucarate 100g Powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigns for Health Calcium D Gulcarate is a 100% pure, easy-to-dissolve, excipient-free, tasteless and colourless powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalcium-D-Glucarate is broken down in the stomach to form D-glucaric acid, and further broken down in the intestines to D-glucaro-1,4-lactone. D-glucaro-1,4-lactone inhibits beta-glucuronidase, which is produced by intestinal microflora and is found naturally occurring in fruit including apples, grapefruits, oranges and cruciferous vegetables. D-glucaric acid is involved in the conjugation processes of the liver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDosage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach scoop provides 1 g of pure Calcium D Glucarate powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoses used in research range from 1500-3000mg daily\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePack size: 100g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo Added: Gluten, Eggs, Soy, Sesame, Tree Nuts, Dairy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree From: Sulfites, Flavours and Colours (100% Pure)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVegan Friendly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-ingredients\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIngredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalcium D-Glucarate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-how-to-take\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMix into water as directed. 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If that brand is unavailable, your practitioner will recommend the most evidence-backed option for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-short-description\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvides vitamin B6 as pyridoxal-5-phosphate (P5P), the active coenzyme form that bypasses hepatic conversion and is directly available for neurotransmitter synthesis, hormone metabolism and haemoglobin production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-long-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRN Labs Active B6 60 Caps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePyridoxal-5-Phosphate (P5P) in a convenient capsule formula\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMay help to\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssist synthesis of neurotransmitters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupport vitamin B6 within normal range\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRelieve symptoms of premenstrual tension\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVegan friendly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy purchasing\/prescribing RN Labs formulas, you agree to RN Labs’ supply policy terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDosage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1, 2 capsules daily\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarnings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDietary supplements should not replace a balanced diet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormula\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIngredient\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 capsule\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePyridoxal 5-phosphate (P5P)\nequiv. Pyridoxine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e50 mg\n34.2 mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-ingredients\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIngredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePyridoxal-5-phosphate (Vitamin B6)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-how-to-take\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eAs directed by your practitioner. P5P is potent, use at prescribed dose only.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-clinical-evidence\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClinical evidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10030529\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWyatt et al. (1999), Efficacy of vitamin B6 in the treatment of premenstrual syndrome (BMJ)\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan class=\"evidence-note\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eB6 for PMS systematic review\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Practitioner grade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45920655180050,"sku":null,"price":34.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/2087\/0083\/files\/optilabs-supp-rn-labs-active-b6.jpg?v=1786431419"},{"product_id":"metagenics-o-lift-60-tablets","title":"Menopause support formula","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"product-marketing-headline\"\u003eTargeted support through the menopausal transition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTargeted menopausal support, hormonal transition and vasomotor symptom management.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-sourcing\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a practitioner grade supplement. Depending on availability, it may include Metagenics. If that brand is unavailable, your practitioner will recommend the most evidence-backed option for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-short-description\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eO-Lift provides a clinical combination of herbs and nutrients to support women through perimenopause and menopause, including isoflavones, vitex, sage and relevant B vitamins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-long-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetagenics O-Lift 60 Tablets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSummary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombines a range of herbal extracts including zizyphus, Chinese yam, peony and rehmannia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally used in Chinese medicine to\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRelieve fatigue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDecrease excessive perspiration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRelieve symptoms of menopause\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupport healthy adrenal gland function\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRelieve hot flushes associated with mild anxiety\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree from dairy protein, lactose, eggs, gluten, wheat, nuts, yeast, soy protein and salt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree from artificial colours, flavours and preservatives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDosage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcute: 1 tablet 3 times daily\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintenance: 1 tablet daily\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarnings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDietary supplements should not replace a balanced diet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormula\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIngredient\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 tablet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRehmannia glutinosa ext.\next. equiv. dry (root)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e320 mg\n3.2 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCornus officinalis (Asiatic cornelian cherry) ext.\next. equiv. dry (fruit)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e156 mg\n1.6 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDioscorea oppositifolia (Chinese yam) ext.\next. equiv. dry (rhizome)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e156 mg\n1.6 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZiziphus jujuba var. spinosa (Zizyphus) ext.\next. equiv. dry (seed)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e111 mg\n1.1 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaeonia suffruticosa (Tree peony) ext.\next. equiv. dry (root bark)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e92 mg\n920 mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoria cocos (Poria mushroom) ext.\next. equiv. dry (fruiting body)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e92 mg\n920 mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlisma orientale (Ze Xie) ext.\next. equiv. dry (rhizome)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e92 mg\n920 mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnemarrhena asphodeloides ext.\next. equiv. dry (rhizome)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e89 mg\n890 mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-ingredients\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIngredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack Cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTablet blend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandardised extract\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTraditional menopausal herb with evidence for hot flush and mood support.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSage (Salvia officinalis)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTablet blend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandardised extract\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReduces hot flushes and excessive sweating in menopausal women.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKorean Ginseng\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTablet blend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandardised extract\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupports energy, mood and cognitive function through menopause.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB Vitamins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-how-to-take\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eAs directed by your practitioner.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-clinical-evidence\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClinical evidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/21630133\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBommer et al. (2011), First time proof of sage's tolerability and efficacy in menopausal women with hot flushes (Advances in Therapy)\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan class=\"evidence-note\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSage hot flush reduction clinical trial\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Practitioner grade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50301941711122,"sku":null,"price":61.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/2087\/0083\/files\/optilabs-supp-metagenics-o-lift-60-tablets.jpg?v=1786431463"},{"product_id":"designs-for-health-myo-inositol-1","title":"Myo-inositol","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"product-marketing-headline\"\u003eSupports ovarian health, cycle regularity and insulin response\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMyo-inositol for PCOS, insulin sensitivity, egg quality and ovarian function.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-sourcing\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a practitioner grade supplement. Depending on availability, it may include Designs for Health. If that brand is unavailable, your practitioner will recommend the most evidence-backed option for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-short-description\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMyo-inositol is a pseudo-vitamin with strong clinical evidence for PCOS management, improving insulin sensitivity, restoring menstrual regularity, supporting oocyte quality and reducing androgen excess.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-long-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigns for Health Myo-Inositol 120g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSummary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMyo-inositol offers a range of potential health benefits, particularly for women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), and also for managing blood sugar levels and supporting mental health. It's known to improve insulin sensitivity, regulate menstrual cycles, and potentially boost fertility in women with PCOS. Additionally, it may help with managing anxiety, depression, and panic disorders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMyo-inositol powder, free from excipients and flavours for compounding purposes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo added gluten, dairy, lactose, soy or nuts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVegan friendly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGMO-free\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDosage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor extemporaneous use only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDosage commonly used in clinical research ranges from 1, 4 g daily\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarnings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDietary supplements should not replace a balanced diet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-ingredients\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIngredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMyo-Inositol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-how-to-take\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eAs directed by your practitioner. Powder typically mixed into water. Clinical trials typically use 2 to 4g daily in divided doses.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-clinical-evidence\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClinical evidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22428137\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNordio \u0026amp; Proietti (2012), The combined therapy with myo-inositol and D-chiro-inositol reduces the risk of metabolic disease in PCOS (European Review for Medical and Pharmacological Sciences)\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan class=\"evidence-note\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMyo-inositol PCOS metabolic effects\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Practitioner grade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51121696047378,"sku":null,"price":39.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/2087\/0083\/files\/optilabs-supp-designs-for-health-myo-inositol-1.jpg?v=1786431492"},{"product_id":"rn-labs-dim-powder-1","title":"Diindolylmethane (DIM) powder","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"product-marketing-headline\"\u003ePure DIM powder for flexible oestrogen metabolism support\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePure DIM powder, flexible dosing for oestrogen pathway support.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-sourcing\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a practitioner grade supplement. Depending on availability, it may include RN Labs. If that brand is unavailable, your practitioner will recommend the most evidence-backed option for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-short-description\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePure diindolylmethane (DIM) powder for flexible, practitioner-directed dosing to support healthy oestrogen metabolism and hepatic Phase II detoxification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-long-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRN Labs DIM Powder 50g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure pharmaceutical-grade Di-Indolyl-Methane\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSummary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDi-Indolyl-Methane (DIM) is a brassica vegetable metabolite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDensity: 0.15 ml (1 Scoop) equivalent to 75 mg (0.5 g\/mL)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree from gluten, dairy, egg, yeast, soy, sugar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcipient free compound powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScoop included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVegan friendly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStreptococcus mutans grows in the moist and sugary atmosphere of your mouth after food in a biofilm that coats your teeth. Biofilm generates plaque, attacks enamel, and causes cavities. Research has found DIM disrupted Streptococcus mutans biofilm by 90% and therefore the bacterium was not given a chance to grow, “The molecule, which was found to have low toxicity, could be added to toothpastes and mouthwashes to greatly improve dental hygiene,” says lead author Prof. Ariel Kushmaro of the Avram and Stella Goldstein-Goren Department of Biotechnology Engineering. He is also a member of the Ilse Katz Institute for Nanoscale Science and Technology and the Goldman Sonnenfeldt School of Sustainability and Climate Change.\nhttps:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2079-6382\/12\/6\/1017\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you eat cruciferous vegetables, your stomach acid breaks down a compound called indole-3-carbinol to produce a new compound called DIM. Research suggests that DIM affects estrogen levels in your body. https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5059820\/\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDosage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor extemporaneous use only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon dosage range: 100mg, 300 mg daily; can be taken with or without food\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is advisable to begin supplementation at the low end of the dose range, increasing if required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarnings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoses over 300mg may be associated with headaches and gastrointestinal complaints\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome people get discoloured urine with DIM. If that happens try stopping it then restart it to check it was the DIM and ideally get a urine test done by the GP to ensure it's not something else like blood in the urine. If the DIM is causing the discolouration and the GP tests were normal, then it's fine to continue, but you could cut the dose back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDIM has not been extensively tested for its effects during pregnancy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of its potential effect on hormones, health practitioners may prefer to avoid its use during pregnancy or lactation, unless confident that its impact can be reasonably deemed to be safe and beneficial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDietary supplements should not replace a balanced diet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-ingredients\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIngredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiindolylmethane (DIM)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-how-to-take\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eAs directed by your practitioner. Mix into water or food.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-clinical-evidence\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClinical evidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2079-6382\/12\/6\/1017\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKushmaro et al. (2023), DIM disrupts Streptococcus mutans biofilm formation (Antibiotics)\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan class=\"evidence-note\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDIM disrupted S. mutans biofilm by 90 percent, suggesting a role in oral health\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5059820\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThomson \u0026amp; Sepkowitz (2016), Diindolylmethane (DIM) and oestrogen metabolism (NCBI)\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan class=\"evidence-note\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMechanism of DIM in oestrogen metabolism via indole-3-carbinol pathway\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Practitioner grade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51121716625682,"sku":null,"price":42.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/2087\/0083\/files\/optilabs-supp-rn-labs-dim-powder-1.jpg?v=1786431497"},{"product_id":"rn-labs-dim-cdg-capsules","title":"DIM and calcium-D-glucarate blend","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"product-marketing-headline\"\u003eThe classic pairing that supports healthy oestrogen clearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe classic oestrogen detoxification duo, DIM and calcium-D-glucarate for Phase II clearance.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-sourcing\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a practitioner grade supplement. Depending on availability, it may include RN Labs. If that brand is unavailable, your practitioner will recommend the most evidence-backed option for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-short-description\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombines DIM (diindolylmethane) with calcium-D-glucarate, supporting healthy oestrogen metabolism, Phase II liver detoxification and the 2-hydroxy oestrone pathway.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-long-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDIM + Cal-D-Glucarate Capsules\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure Pharmaceutical-Grade Di-Indolyl-Methane (DIM) and Calcium D-Glucarate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon dosage range: DIM 100mg, 300mg\/day | CDG 300mg, 3g\/day\n(It is advisable to begin supplementation at the low end of the dose range, increasing if required).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for vegans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan be taken with or without food\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach capsule dispensing unit contains:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiindolylmethane (DIM) 100 mg\nCalcium-D-Glucarate 500 mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcipients: Hypromellose (Capsule), Colloidal Anhydrous Silica.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenefits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDi-Indolyl-Methane (DIM) is a Brassica vegetable metabolite sometimes used by healthcare practitioners to promote favourable hormone metabolism and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalcium-D-Glucarate is sometimes used by healthcare practitioners to promote optimum liver function detoxification and reduce excess hormone levels, among other uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePractitioners should conduct ongoing research and take care to follow their practitioner association guidelines for appropriate administration of these compounding ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDIM + Calcium-D-Glucarate has not been extensively tested for its effects during pregnancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of its potential effect on hormones, health practitioners may prefer to avoid its use during pregnancy or lactation, unless confident that its impact can be reasonably deemed to be safe and beneficial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDosage levels may require careful consideration in cases of breast cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll RN Labs products follow the relevant Australian regulations, standards and guidelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFOR EXTEMPORANEOUS USE ONLY.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Purity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRN Labs use only the highest grade raw ingredients available. A Certificate of Analysis (CoA) is available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-ingredients\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIngredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDIM (Diindolylmethane)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCruciferous vegetable-derived metabolite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrom label, confirm dose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePromotes the 2-hydroxy oestrone pathway (protective) over the 16α-OH oestrone pathway. Supports oestrogen balance and Phase II liver detoxification of oestrogens.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalcium-D-Glucarate (CDG)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-how-to-take\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eAs directed by your practitioner. Typically taken with food.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-clinical-evidence\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClinical evidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/9240364\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMichnovicz et al. (1997), Changes in levels of urinary estrogen metabolites after oral indole-3-carbinol treatment (Journal of the National Cancer Institute)\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan class=\"evidence-note\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIndole\/DIM oestrogen metabolite pathway study\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2079-6382\/12\/6\/1017\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKushmaro et al. (2023), DIM disrupts Streptococcus mutans biofilm formation (Antibiotics)\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan class=\"evidence-note\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDIM disrupted S. mutans biofilm by 90 percent\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Practitioner grade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51694387429650,"sku":null,"price":55.75,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/2087\/0083\/files\/optilabs-supp-rn-labs-dim-cdg-capsules.jpg?v=1786431568"},{"product_id":"amelia-v-spot-probiotic","title":"Vaginal probiotic","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"product-marketing-headline\"\u003eTargeted probiotic support for vaginal and urinary wellbeing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTargeted vaginal probiotic for microbiome restoration and intimate wellbeing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-sourcing\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a practitioner grade supplement. Depending on availability, it may include Amelia. If that brand is unavailable, your practitioner will recommend the most evidence-backed option for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-short-description\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eV-Spot provides Lactobacillus species specifically studied for vaginal microbiome restoration, supporting healthy intimate pH, reducing recurrent BV and thrush, and promoting vaginal microbiome resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-long-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSummary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePessary capsules which combine probiotics: L. crispatus, L. gasseri, L. rhamnosus GR-1 and L. reuteri RC-14\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to deliver probiotic organisms directly to the vagina and may help to support healthy vaginal flora\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes not contain gelatine, gluten, soya, peanut, eggs, fish, sulfites or tree nuts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes not contain antibiotics, preservatives, colours, sweeteners or fragrances\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vaginal microbiome is essential for women’s health. Current research points to Lactobacillus crispatus as the bacterial member with a reported beneficial role. The vaginal microbiome is an intricate and dynamic microecosystem that constantly undergoes fluctuations during the female menstrual cycle and the woman’s entire life. A healthy vaginal microbiome is dominated by Lactobacillus which produce various antimicrobial compounds. Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is characterized by the loss or sharp decline in the total number of Lactobacillus and a corresponding marked increase in the concentration of anaerobic microbes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDosage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith clean hands, insert 1 probiotic into the vagina at bedtime daily for 10 days. Some patients need longer duration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarnings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContains milk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsult your healthcare professional before use during pregnancy or lactation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDietary supplements should not replace a balanced diet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your symptoms persist, see your doctor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-ingredients\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIngredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLactobacillus crispatus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCapsule or suppository\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBillions CFU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe dominant protective species in a healthy vaginal microbiome. Produces lactic acid to maintain protective pH.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCapsule or suppository\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBillions CFU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne of the most clinically studied strains for vaginal and urinary tract health.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLactobacillus reuteri RC-14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-how-to-take\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eAs directed. Some vaginal probiotics are taken orally (colonise via rectal-vaginal transit); others are used intravaginally, confirm from product label.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-clinical-evidence\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClinical evidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/14625124\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReid et al. (2003), Oral use of Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1 and L. reuteri RC-14, impact on vaginal health (FEMS Immunology \u0026amp; Medical Microbiology)\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan class=\"evidence-note\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eVaginal probiotic clinical evidence\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Practitioner grade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51774834966802,"sku":null,"price":38.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/2087\/0083\/files\/optilabs-supp-amelia-v-spot-probiotic.jpg?v=1786431581"},{"product_id":"designs-for-health-premenatone","title":"Vitex and female herbal blend","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"product-marketing-headline\"\u003eChaste tree support for cycles, PMS and premenstrual calm\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eVitex agnus castus for female hormonal balance, supporting healthy cycles, reducing PMS and easing perimenopausal transition.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-sourcing\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a practitioner grade supplement. Depending on availability, it may include Designs for Health. If that brand is unavailable, your practitioner will recommend the most evidence-backed option for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-short-description\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA standardised Vitex agnus castus (chasteberry) extract formulated to support female hormonal balance, relieve symptoms of premenstrual tension, and support healthy menstrual cycle regularity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-long-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSummary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitex agnus castus extract for female hormonal balance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMay assist with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003esupport female healthy hormonal balance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003erelieve headache symptoms in premenstrual women\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003erelieve menstrual cycle irregularity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003erelieve menstruation pain\/dysmenorrhoea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ereduce feelings of irritability associated with premenstrual tension\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo added: Gluten, dairy, lactose, nuts, soy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVegan friendly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDosage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 capsule with water once daily\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarnings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitex angus-castus may affect hormones and medicines such as oral contraceptives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDietary supplements should not replace a balanced diet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitex agnus-castus may affect hormones and medicines such as oral contraceptives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormula\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIngredient\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 capsule\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitex agnus-castus (Chasteberry) (fruit) ext. dry conc.\nequiv. ext.\nequiv. agnuside\nequiv. casticin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.8 g\n40 mg\n400 μg\n120 μg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-ingredients\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIngredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVitex agnus castus (Chasteberry) fruit extract\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-how-to-take\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e1 capsule with water once daily. Best taken consistently over a minimum of 3 menstrual cycles to assess benefit.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-clinical-evidence\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClinical evidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/11169457\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSchellenberg et al. (2001), Treatment for the premenstrual syndrome with agnus castus fruit extract (BMJ)\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan class=\"evidence-note\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eLandmark RCT: Vitex vs placebo for PMS, significant symptom reduction\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/19714536\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHe et al. (2009), Vitex agnus castus extracts for female reproductive disorders: a systematic review (Planta Medica)\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan class=\"evidence-note\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSystematic review of Vitex clinical evidence\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Practitioner grade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52099726147858,"sku":null,"price":44.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/2087\/0083\/files\/optilabs-supp-designs-for-health-premenatone.jpg?v=1786431595"},{"product_id":"womens-hormones-plan","title":"Women's Health Bundle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OptiLabs","offers":[{"title":"Consult only","offer_id":52591872409874,"sku":"plan-wh-consult","price":49.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Consult + Starter Bundle","offer_id":52591872442642,"sku":"plan-wh-starter","price":625.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/2087\/0083\/files\/optilabs-hub-womens-health_69e86af2-928a-47dc-b2b5-60b8ae18d237.jpg?v=1786431130"},{"product_id":"nutripath-vitamin-d-blood-test","title":"Vitamin D blood test","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"product-marketing-headline\"\u003eKnow exactly where your vitamin D levels sit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe single most important vitamin D marker. 25-hydroxyvitamin D reflects your true status across the last 2 to 3 months.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-brand-attribution\"\u003eTest processed by \u003cstrong\u003eNutriPath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-short-description\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA simple blood test measuring 25-hydroxyvitamin D, the circulating form of vitamin D that reflects your vitamin D status over the preceding 2 to 3 months. The foundational micronutrient test recommended for anyone with fatigue, frequent infections, bone or muscle pain, low mood, or a thyroid or autoimmune condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-long-description\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eVitamin D is not really a vitamin. It is a steroid hormone that regulates over 200 genes, with receptors in almost every tissue in the body. Low vitamin D is associated with fatigue, frequent respiratory infections, low mood, bone and muscle pain, autoimmune thyroid activity, cardiovascular risk and impaired immune function. Despite Australia's sunny climate, Australian vitamin D deficiency rates sit around 23 percent in summer and 58 percent in winter in the higher latitude states. Sunscreen use, indoor work, dark skin, covering clothing, and living south of Brisbane all increase the likelihood of inadequate status. The 25-hydroxyvitamin D test is the correct marker (not 1,25-dihydroxy, which is a hormone measurement used in specific renal contexts). Ideal range sits between 100 and 150 nmol\/L for most functional practitioners, with levels under 75 worth addressing and under 50 considered deficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-ingredients\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it measures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBiomarker\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSample\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReference Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat it tells you\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25-Hydroxyvitamin D (25-OHD)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlood (SST)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 to 150 nmol\/L optimal, 75 to 100 adequate, under 50 deficient\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe circulating storage form of vitamin D. Reflects status over the preceding 2 to 3 months. The standard marker for vitamin D assessment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-how-to-take\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to collect and what to expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo fasting required. Book at any NutriPath referral centre. Results in 2 to 4 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-warnings\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarnings and cautions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a health information test. Do not start high dose vitamin D supplementation (above 4000 IU daily) without practitioner guidance, particularly if you have sarcoidosis, primary hyperparathyroidism, or take calcium supplements. Vitamin D toxicity is rare but possible with chronic high dose supplementation without monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-faqs\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI take a vitamin D supplement. Should I still test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, particularly if you are taking anything above 1000 IU daily. Response to supplementation varies substantially between individuals based on body weight, fat mass, genetic variants and baseline status. Testing confirms whether your dose is actually reaching the target range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the ideal vitamin D level?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eMainstream medicine considers levels above 50 nmol\/L adequate. Functional medicine typically targets 100 to 150 nmol\/L for optimal immune, thyroid and mood outcomes. The evidence base for levels above 150 is weaker, and levels above 250 raise toxicity concerns. Targeting 120 nmol\/L is a reasonable functional goal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much vitamin D should I take to correct deficiency?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eDepends on starting level, body weight and co factors. Typical repletion protocols range from 2000 IU daily for mild deficiency to 5000 to 10000 IU daily under practitioner supervision for severe deficiency. Retesting after 8 to 12 weeks confirms response.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is vitamin D so often associated with thyroid and autoimmune disease?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eVitamin D has immunomodulatory effects, and low vitamin D is consistently observed in autoimmune conditions including Hashimoto's, Graves' and multiple sclerosis. Optimising vitamin D is one of the evidence supported interventions for slowing autoimmune thyroid antibody progression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-clinical-evidence\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClinical evidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/24922004\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eVitamin D status and all cause mortality\u003c\/a\u003e: Meta analysis linking 25-OHD status to mortality outcomes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/23978268\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eVitamin D and autoimmune thyroid disease\u003c\/a\u003e: Evidence on vitamin D status in Hashimoto's and Graves'.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22229468\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAustralian vitamin D deficiency prevalence\u003c\/a\u003e: Australian data on vitamin D deficiency rates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NutriPath","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52591876112658,"sku":"OPTI-NUTRIPATH-VITAMIN-D-BLOOD-TEST","price":119.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/2087\/0083\/files\/nutripath-vitamin-d-blood-test.jpg?v=1786431154"},{"product_id":"nutripath-precision-analytical-comprehensive-hormone-test-at-home-dried-urine","title":"Comprehensive hormone test (at-home dried urine)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"product-marketing-headline\"\u003eThe gold standard hormone test, done at home over a single day\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe most comprehensive view of hormone metabolism available. Sex hormones, cortisol rhythm, melatonin and detoxification pathways in a single dried urine test.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-brand-attribution\"\u003eTest processed by \u003cstrong\u003eNutriPath (Precision Analytical)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-short-description\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe gold standard hormone test used by functional medicine practitioners worldwide. Measures oestrogen and its metabolites (showing whether you clear oestrogen down protective or risky pathways), progesterone, testosterone, the four point cortisol rhythm, DHEA, melatonin and organic acid markers. Performed at home with dried urine samples.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-long-description\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEndoMAP (the DUTCH Complete panel from Precision Analytical) is not a standard hormone test. Where a serum panel gives you a snapshot of circulating hormones, DUTCH captures the metabolites, showing not just how much oestrogen you have but which pathway your body is using to clear it. This matters because oestrogen metabolism splits into a protective pathway (2-OH) and a more concerning pathway (4-OH, 16-OH). The ratio between these is one of the most useful data points for anyone with a family history of hormone sensitive cancers or who is considering HRT. Beyond oestrogen, the panel covers the four point cortisol rhythm, free and metabolised cortisol, DHEA, progesterone metabolites, testosterone and its androgenic conversions, melatonin, and functional markers of B6 and glutathione status. Completed at home over a single day with four dried urine strips.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-ingredients\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it measures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBiomarker\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSample\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReference Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat it tells you\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOestrogens and Metabolites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried Urine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRatio dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeasures oestrone, oestradiol, oestriol and the 2-OH, 4-OH and 16-OH metabolite pathways. Reveals whether oestrogen is clearing down protective or risky pathways.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProgesterone and Metabolites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried Urine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCycle dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFree progesterone plus alpha and beta pregnanediol metabolites. More informative than serum progesterone for understanding functional progesterone activity.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTestosterone and Androgens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried Urine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge and sex dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal testosterone plus the DHT and etiocholanolone conversion pathways. Important for acne, androgenic symptoms and PCOS assessment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFour Point Cortisol Rhythm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried Urine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNormal diurnal curve expected\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCaptures waking, morning, afternoon and evening cortisol. Shows HPA axis rhythm and burnout patterns.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDHEA-S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried Urine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe precursor hormone that declines with age and stress.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMelatonin (6-OH Melatonin Sulphate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried Urine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOvernight measurement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReflects overnight melatonin production, relevant to sleep, immune function and hormone balance.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrganic Acid Markers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried Urine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFunctional ranges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncludes 8-OHdG (oxidative stress), vanilmandelate and homovanillate (dopamine and noradrenaline metabolism), B6 and glutathione status markers.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-how-to-take\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to collect and what to expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompleted at home over a single day. Collect four urine samples on dried filter strips at: bedtime, overnight wake (optional, for CAR measurement), waking, and two hours after waking. Dry the strips overnight, place in the supplied envelope, and mail back. Timing within cycle matters for women with periods: days 19 to 22 (mid luteal) are preferred. Results in 14 to 21 business days with a detailed clinical report.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-warnings\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarnings and cautions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a health information test. Do not make medication decisions based on these results alone. HRT, oral contraceptives and corticosteroid medication will affect readings. Discuss timing of testing with your prescriber if you take these medications. Interpretation is complex and typically requires a functional medicine or integrative practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-faqs\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is this considered the gold standard?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe DUTCH methodology measures hormone metabolites, not just hormone levels. This gives a functional view of how your body is processing hormones, not just what is circulating. The 2-OH, 4-OH and 16-OH oestrogen pathway data is not available on any serum test.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does this compare to saliva testing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eSaliva captures the free hormone fraction at a single point. DUTCH captures metabolites, cortisol rhythm, and substantially more data points. DUTCH is more comprehensive but also more expensive. For simple rhythm assessment, saliva is adequate. For complex hormonal cases or cancer risk assessment, DUTCH is the better choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen in my cycle should I test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays 19 to 22 (mid luteal phase) are optimal for a complete picture. If cycles are absent (menopause, amenorrhoea), any day is acceptable. The order comes with specific guidance for your situation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I test while on HRT?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, and the test is often used specifically to monitor HRT metabolism. However the interpretation differs from a baseline test. Your practitioner needs to know your HRT regimen and timing to interpret correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-clinical-evidence\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClinical evidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28938555\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDried urine measurement of oestrogen metabolites\u003c\/a\u003e: Validation of dried urine methodology for oestrogen metabolite measurement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10734996\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e2-OH to 16-OH oestrogen ratio and breast cancer risk\u003c\/a\u003e: Landmark paper establishing the clinical significance of oestrogen metabolite pathways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/24635534\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCortisol metabolism in dried urine\u003c\/a\u003e: Validates dried urine methodology for comprehensive cortisol assessment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NutriPath (Precision Analytical)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52591882731794,"sku":"OPTI-NUTRIPATH-PRECISION-ANALYTICAL-COMPREHEN","price":387.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/2087\/0083\/files\/nutripath-precision-analytical-comprehensive-hormone-test-at-home-dried-urine.jpg?v=1786431181"},{"product_id":"nutripath-cortisol-rhythm-and-sex-hormones-at-home-saliva","title":"Cortisol rhythm and sex hormones (at-home saliva)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"product-marketing-headline\"\u003eMeasure your stress and sex hormones without leaving home\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA four point cortisol rhythm with sex hormones, collected from saliva at home. Shows how stress and hormones interact across your day.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-brand-attribution\"\u003eTest processed by \u003cstrong\u003eNutriPath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-short-description\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn at home saliva test that captures cortisol at four points across the day (on waking, noon, evening, bedtime) alongside oestradiol, progesterone, testosterone and DHEA. Gives you the rhythm as well as the level. Best for anyone experiencing fatigue, sleep disturbance, PMS or perimenopausal symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-long-description\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA single blood cortisol measurement tells you almost nothing, because cortisol is supposed to rise and fall across the day. What matters is the rhythm. This saliva panel captures four cortisol readings at the biologically meaningful points (shortly after waking, noon, evening and bedtime) alongside your free bioavailable sex hormones (oestradiol, progesterone, testosterone) and DHEA. The rhythm tells you whether your HPA axis is responding appropriately to daylight and stress or whether it has flattened, reversed or become erratic. The sex hormone layer shows you how your reproductive hormones sit in the context of your stress response, a distinction that is often missed in single point testing. Completed at home over one day and mailed in a prepaid envelope.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-ingredients\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it measures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBiomarker\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSample\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReference Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat it tells you\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCortisol (x4 points)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaliva\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaking peak, gradual decline to near zero at bedtime\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe four point rhythm is far more informative than any single cortisol reading. Reveals flattening (burnout pattern), reversed rhythm (high at night, low in morning) or elevation at specific times.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDHEA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaliva\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeclines with age, low in chronic stress\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe adrenal hormone that counter balances cortisol. Low DHEA with elevated cortisol is the classic chronic stress pattern.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOestradiol (E2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaliva\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeasures bioavailable oestrogen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaliva reflects free, unbound oestradiol, which is the biologically active fraction.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProgesterone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaliva\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeasures bioavailable progesterone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe free fraction of progesterone, which correlates with symptoms more reliably than total serum levels.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTestosterone (Free)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaliva\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeasures active testosterone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWomen produce testosterone too. Low free testosterone is associated with low libido, low mood and reduced muscle mass.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProgesterone:Oestradiol Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalculated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContext dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne of the most useful ratios in assessing perimenopausal symptom drivers. Low progesterone relative to oestradiol often explains PMS, sleep and mood symptoms in the late 30s and 40s.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-how-to-take\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to collect and what to expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompleted at home. Collect saliva samples on a single day at: 30 to 60 minutes after waking, 12pm, 5pm, and bedtime. Avoid brushing teeth, eating, drinking coffee or exercising in the 30 minutes before each collection. Return samples in the prepaid envelope. Results in 7 to 10 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-warnings\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarnings and cautions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a health information test. Do not make clinical decisions about corticosteroid medication based on these results. Saliva hormone levels are suppressed by oral hormone replacement therapy taken on the day of collection. Discuss results with a hormone focused practitioner for interpretation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-faqs\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy saliva over blood for this panel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eSaliva measures the free, bioavailable fraction of cortisol and sex hormones. Blood measures both bound and free hormone. For assessing rhythm (cortisol across the day) and biological activity, saliva is the standard in functional medicine for good reason.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this test adrenal fatigue?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdrenal fatigue is not a medically recognised diagnosis. What this test does show is whether your cortisol rhythm has flattened or become disrupted, which is a real and measurable phenomenon. Interpretation requires a practitioner who understands the HPA axis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI am on HRT, can I test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eOral HRT taken on the day of collection will affect saliva oestradiol and progesterone readings. Either test on a day when you hold your morning dose (discuss with prescriber first) or interpret the results in the context of your dosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should I collect during my cycle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eDay 19 to 22 (mid luteal phase) is optimal for a baseline pattern. If cycles are absent or highly irregular, any day is acceptable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-clinical-evidence\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClinical evidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/19041658\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSalivary cortisol in research and clinical practice\u003c\/a\u003e: Review of salivary cortisol as a validated biological sample for HPA axis assessment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/26361809\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCortisol awakening response in clinical settings\u003c\/a\u003e: The cortisol awakening response as a reliable marker of HPA axis function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18854068\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSalivary sex hormone measurement\u003c\/a\u003e: Evidence base for salivary sex hormone measurement as a reflection of bioavailable hormone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NutriPath","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52591883092242,"sku":"OPTI-NUTRIPATH-CORTISOL-RHYTHM-AND-SEX-HORMON","price":342.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/2087\/0083\/files\/nutripath-cortisol-rhythm-and-sex-hormones-at-home-saliva.jpg?v=1786431182"},{"product_id":"nutripath-core-female-hormone-blood-panel","title":"Core female hormone blood panel","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"product-marketing-headline\"\u003eWhen your hormones are called normal but you know something is off\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe baseline female hormone panel. See your oestrogen, progesterone, FSH, LH and SHBG in a single blood draw.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-brand-attribution\"\u003eTest processed by \u003cstrong\u003eNutriPath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-short-description\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasures the core reproductive hormones: oestradiol, progesterone, FSH, LH, prolactin and SHBG. The starting point for understanding cycle irregularities, perimenopausal symptoms, fertility questions or hormonal symptoms that have been dismissed as normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-long-description\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you have been told your hormones are fine but you know something is off, this is where to start. A standard blood hormone panel measured at the right point in your cycle gives you a view of the six hormones that drive most women's hormonal symptoms: oestradiol (the dominant oestrogen), progesterone (the calming counter balance), FSH and LH (the pituitary signals that can indicate perimenopause), prolactin (elevated with stress and certain medications) and SHBG (the protein that binds sex hormones and determines how much is actually active). Timing matters for this test. Day 2 to 4 of your cycle is best for FSH and LH baseline. Day 19 to 21 (mid luteal) is best for progesterone. Your NutriPath order includes guidance on when to collect based on your specific concerns.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-ingredients\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it measures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBiomarker\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSample\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReference Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat it tells you\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOestradiol (E2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlood (SST)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCycle dependent, typically 140 to 1500 pmol\/L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe dominant circulating oestrogen. Falls in perimenopause, often erratically for several years before final menopause.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProgesterone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlood (SST)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCycle dependent, peaks in luteal phase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe calming, balancing counterpart to oestrogen. Low progesterone with normal oestrogen is a common pattern in perimenopause and often drives sleep, mood and PMS symptoms.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlood (SST)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCycle dependent, rises in perimenopause\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe pituitary signal to the ovaries. Consistently above 25 mIU\/mL suggests the menopausal transition is well underway.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLH (Luteinising Hormone)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlood (SST)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCycle dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorks with FSH. The LH to FSH ratio helps distinguish PCOS patterns.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProlactin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlood (SST)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder 500 mIU\/L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElevated prolactin can suppress ovulation and cause cycle irregularities. Often raised by stress, nipple stimulation, pituitary adenomas and some medications.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSHBG (Sex Hormone Binding Globulin)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlood (SST)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 to 100 nmol\/L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe protein that binds circulating sex hormones. Low SHBG is associated with insulin resistance and PCOS. High SHBG is common with oral contraceptives.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-how-to-take\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to collect and what to expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiming matters. For a general baseline, collect day 2 to 4 of your cycle (counting day 1 as the first day of your period). For a progesterone focused check, collect day 19 to 21 (mid luteal phase). For menopausal assessment, timing is less critical as cycles may be absent. No fasting required. Book at any NutriPath referral centre. Results in 3 to 5 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-warnings\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarnings and cautions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a health information test. Results can be affected by oral contraceptives, HRT, recent pregnancy, and stress on the day of collection. Discuss interpretation with your GP or hormone focused practitioner. Do not stop hormonal medication to test without clinical oversight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-faqs\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI am on the oral contraceptive pill, can I still test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can, but oestradiol and progesterone readings will reflect the synthetic hormones in your pill rather than your natural cycle. SHBG is usually elevated on the pill. If you want a true picture of your natural hormones, you typically need to be off the pill for 3 to 6 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen in my cycle should I test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt depends on your question. Day 2 to 4 for a baseline ovarian reserve check (FSH, LH). Day 19 to 21 for progesterone and ovulation confirmation. If cycles are irregular or absent, any day is fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this test diagnose menopause?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eMenopause is diagnosed clinically, typically 12 consecutive months without a period. This test can show the hormonal pattern of perimenopause (rising FSH, falling oestradiol) but diagnosis remains a clinical decision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does this compare to the DUTCH test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe DUTCH test measures hormones in dried urine, which captures metabolites (how your body processes oestrogen) as well as levels. This serum test measures circulating levels only. For complex hormonal cases, the DUTCH is more thorough. For a standard baseline check, this serum panel is adequate and considerably cheaper.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-clinical-evidence\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClinical evidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22343513\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eStages of Reproductive Aging Workshop (STRAW) criteria\u003c\/a\u003e: International consensus on staging the reproductive transition using hormonal markers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22727670\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTiming of hormonal blood sampling in women\u003c\/a\u003e: Best practice guidance on cycle day selection for hormonal testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/29617844\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSHBG in PCOS and insulin resistance\u003c\/a\u003e: Demonstrates low SHBG as a predictor of metabolic risk in women.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NutriPath","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52591883452690,"sku":"OPTI-NUTRIPATH-CORE-FEMALE-HORMONE-BLOOD-PANE","price":289.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/2087\/0083\/files\/nutripath-core-female-hormone-blood-panel.jpg?v=1786431184"}],"url":"https:\/\/optilabs.com.au\/collections\/womens-hormones.oembed","provider":"OptiLabs by Evergreen Doctors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}