
How to Collect Your Salivary Adrenal Cortisol Test at Home
Feeling tired all the time, struggling to sleep, or constantly stressed? It might not just be “life”—your adrenal hormones could be out of balance. The salivary adrenal cortisol test is an easy, at-home way to see what your body is really doing.
Why Test Your Cortisol?
Cortisol is your body’s main stress hormone. It helps you wake up, stay alert during the day, and sleep at night. But when it’s off—too high, too low, or out of rhythm—you feel it: fatigue, brain fog, mood swings, and restless nights.
A saliva test shows your cortisol levels throughout the day, giving a clear picture of your adrenal health and energy patterns.
Step-by-Step: How to Do the Test
Get your kit – It comes with tubes and instructions.
Morning sample – Right after waking, before food, drink, or brushing teeth.
Midday and afternoon – Collect as directed in your kit.
Evening sample – Take before bed. Some kits include a midnight sample for sleep issues.
Send it back – Label each sample and mail it to the lab.
Tip: Follow the timing instructions carefully—accuracy matters.
What Your Results Can Show
Low morning cortisol → trouble getting going in the morning
High evening cortisol → difficulty falling asleep
Flat cortisol → chronic fatigue and low energy
Once you know your cortisol rhythm, you can take steps to restore balance—through lifestyle changes, nutrition, stress management, and targeted support.
Take Control of Your Energy
Don’t guess at why you feel drained. Start with a simple, at-home adrenal cortisol test and get a clear picture of your adrenal health.