Sex Hormones - TESTING - WARNING

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SEX HORMONE SALIVA TESTING FROM LAB 21 AND GENOVA DIAGNOSTICS

Before you have any saliva testing for sex hormones, you should know in advance that the following drugs and herbs may influence the levels of hormones reported in this test.

Melatonin (at doses greater than 5 mg),

Ketoconazole,

Cimetidine (Tagamet),

Anastrozole (Arimidex),

Letrozole (Femara),

Exemestane (Aromasin),

Chrysin,

Apigenin,

Tribulus

Terrestris,

Clomiphene,

Antiepileptics,

Digoxin,

Oral steroids (e.g. Prednisone),

Cortisone cream…and any steroid-based nasal sprays, inhalers, or eye

drops

Let your physician know about these and any other medications, herbs, and supplements that you have used in the past 3 months. Do not change use of supplements or medications unless instructed to do so by your Physician or Therapist.

The " normal " range for hormone levels reported on this test was determined with individuals who were not taking hormone supplements (including pills, patches, and creams). Transdermal (cream) hormones will generally produce artificially high levels in the saliva that do not correlate with blood levels. This increase may last for weeks to months after discontinuing use. If you are taking these substances, or have recently, consult your Physician or Therapist before taking this test.