Saliva testing can measure your husband's present hormone levels to identify the extent to which his testosterone is low. Our test reports indicate an expected range so that your husband can compare his levels to the normal range. Saliva testing can also identify additional androgen hormone levels (such as DHEA-s and Cortisol) that may be contributing to a low testosterone reading; this provides a more comprehensive picture.

We recommend contacting your insurance company and ask #1: do they cover saliva hormone testing; #2: how to file a manual claim for reimbursement. While we do not file insurance at Stanley Apothecary, we will provide you with an insurance claim form which you can submit for reimbursement. See similar questions...

Saliva testing may be accurate for hormones that circulate in high concentrations, such as progesterone but not all hormones can be accurately assessed using saliva. Since we require extensive blood testing for each consultation, there is no need to collect saliva samples as well. All the hormones we assess are accurately measured using the blood samples. See similar questions...

Testosterone is the third female hormone. Women need lower doses than men. Restoring testosterone in women increases libido, strength and muscle, bone density and well being. See similar questions...

Women who are hormonally out of balance may experience: hot flashes, sleep disturbances, irritability, mood swings, fatigue, unexplained weight gain, hair loss, irregular periods, depression, anxiety, memory loss, fuzzy thinking, vaginal dryness, diminished sexual desire, painful intercourse, bladder symptoms, and more. See similar questions...

Androsteinedione is metabolized to testosterone producing a short spike 2 hours later. The enzyme that converts androstenedione to testosterone is the rate limiting step and cannot produce adequate levels of testosterone in males greater than 45 years. See similar questions...

The best-known signs of low FT (hypogonadism) are feeling fatigued for no reason, loss of drive or interest in sports or sex, development of a pot belly and increased fat, shrinking penis, and decreasing libido. Perhaps the most dangerous sign of hypogonadism is heart attacks (myocardial infarctions). See similar questions...

Hormones may be replaced separately or in any combination. Better results are obtained from taking a combination of hormones. We like to say there is a 1+1=3 relationship. We understand the cost limitation on growth hormone. The Potential Benefits far out-weigh the cost. See similar questions...

In several scientific studies, there was no difference between T4 and a placebo (sugar pill) in improving symptoms, depression or well-being in patients with “hypothyroid” symptoms and normal thyroid hormone levels See similar questions...

Hormones in saliva are exceptionally stable, allowing wide latitude in collection and shipment. Samples can be stored at room temperature for at least two weeks without loss of activity, so samples can be shipped to the laboratory by regular mail. Blood on the other hand, must be kept cool on ice packs, increasing costs for shipping as well as the likelihood of error due to improper handling. See similar questions...

Supplemental preparations of testosterone currently are available in gel and patch forms that deliver it through the skin, as pills, or as preparations that have to be injected into deep muscle about every 7 to 21 days. The American Urological Association states that 1 in 10 men between the ages of 40 and 60, while 2 in 10 men over the age of 60 have low testosterone levels, which is medically referred to as Androgen Deficiency in the Aging Male. See similar questions...

In case you are exercising enough and still have long time in building your muscles, it might be due to the fact that you might have a low testosterone level in your body. It might not be the only reason but it can be one of them. If at the same time you feel tired and feel reduced sexual desire or general weakness, it is time to go a medical practitioner and get yourself examined for low testosterone levels. See similar questions...

Hormones are substances secreted directly into the bloodstream and are produced by several glands and organs in your body such as the ovaries, testes, thyroid, pancreas, pituitary, liver and others. They travel through the bloodstream from where they are produced to where they interact with receptors to do the work for which they were intended. They initiate reactions in the body, whereas enzymes usually help to facilitate them. See similar questions...

The only way to be sure if a hormone imbalance exists, and specifically which hormones are unbalanced, is to be tested. Appropriate testing, interpreted correctly, is an accurate means of identifying hormone imbalances. See similar questions...

The alcoholic learns that the people closest to him no longer intend to enable the disease, but instead, each person has a commitment to support only recovery. He is told he can turn to anyone in the group at any time. They will do whatever they can to help him get into recovery, but no one is willing to help him stay sick any longer. We won't allow him to continue on with his drunkenness. See similar questions...

The rapid absorption of Fasprin® provides anti-clotting benefits and enhances your chances of survival from a stroke or heart attack. Studies show there is a 44% reduction in the incidence of a first heart attack, 25% reduction from a second heart attack and one is 23% less likely to die from the heart attack if on aspirin. Medical professionals claim those on low-dose aspirin had 42% fewer strokes and a better survival rate. See similar questions...

Yes, this is a special area of interest with Dr. Jones as she has done a great deal of studying and training in hormone testing and therapy. This includes sex hormones (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone), thyroid hormones, thyroid antibodies and stress hormones (cortisol and DHEA). There are also many therapies that are non-invasive and natural for women experiencing symptoms of peri-menopause and menopause. See similar questions...

Testosterone is not only necessary for sexual function, it is important for bone strength and protects against osteoporosis (loss of bone mass and increased risk for bone fractures), to preserve normal muscle mass and strength and normal red blood cell production by the bone marrow. See similar questions...

The patient's Healthcare Provider initiates the process by completing and signing the Restore? enrollment form and faxing it to us or by completing our online enrollment form at RestoreDirect.com. An easy to use test kit is sent to the patient with complete instructions for collecting saliva samples in the privacy of his or her home and returning the samples to our lab for analysis. Results are returned to the Healthcare Provider See similar questions...

There is still a lot of controversy regarding the accuracy and validity of the various testing methods available. We encourage our patients to have their levels tested, preferably using saliva analysis, however we still consider blood analysis better than nothing at all even though they might not be 100% accurate. We understand that many doctors are very resistant to order saliva tests and in such cases blood tests will suffice. See similar questions...