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$32.99
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Cortisol is the body's primary stress hormone, produced by the adrenal glands. It follows a natural daily rhythm — highest in the morning and lowest at night. Abnormal cortisol levels can indicate conditions such as Cushing's syndrome (excess cortisol), Addison's disease (cortisol deficiency), adrenal insufficiency, or chronic stress. This test measures total serum cortisol and is useful for evaluating adrenal function, fatigue, weight changes, and stress-related symptoms. For the most accurate results, morning collection is preferred.
Hormone testing measures the chemical messengers that regulate energy, mood, sex drive, weight, and reproduction — helping pinpoint imbalances that cause a wide range of symptoms.
Anyone with unexplained fatigue, mood changes, libido changes, weight changes, irregular cycles, or considering hormone replacement therapy.
Sample Type
Blood draw
Fasting
Not required
Results In
1–3 business days
Performed At
Labcorp
Your Cortisol results will include values for each of the 1 biomarker tested, along with reference ranges. Results are reviewed by a licensed physician before being released to your secure portal.
If any values fall outside the normal range, your report will include guidance on what that may mean and recommended next steps. You'll receive an email notification when your results are ready, typically within 1–3 business days.
Typical reference range layout
Lab reports show where your value sits relative to established reference intervals—your physician interprets this in context for you.
Your Cortisol results will include values for each of the 1 biomarker tested, along with reference ranges. Results are reviewed by a licensed physician before being released to your secure portal.
If any values fall outside the normal range, your report will include guidance on what that may mean and recommended next steps. You'll receive an email notification when your results are ready, typically within 1–3 business days.
Typical reference range layout
Lab reports show where your value sits relative to established reference intervals—your physician interprets this in context for you.
Morning blood draw preferred (before 10 AM) for baseline cortisol. Avoid strenuous exercise the evening before.
Morning blood draw preferred (before 10 AM) for baseline cortisol. Avoid strenuous exercise the evening before.
TestWell Price
$32.99
+ $6 lab processing fee at checkout
No insurance needed · HIPAA compliant
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