Procedure
Salivary Cortisol Testing
A one-page care plan for patients having Salivary Cortisol Testing, covering Purpose, Protection & Preparation, Expectations & Execution, Nutrition & Next Steps, Consistency, Indications and Lifestyle & Long-Term Success.
In this plan
Purpose, Protection & Preparation
- I understand this test measures cortisol (stress hormone) in my saliva
- I understand it helps evaluate abnormal cortisol levels or patterns
- I follow instructions on timing of sample collection
- I avoid eating, drinking, or brushing teeth before collection if instructed
- I understand accurate timing is very important
Expectations & Execution
5 points, for partners
Nutrition & Next Steps
4 points, for partners
Consistency
4 points, for partners
Indications
4 points, for partners
Lifestyle & Long-Term Success
4 points, for partners
When to call the office and when to call 911: for partners
See the full plan
Salivary Cortisol Testing is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.