{"product_id":"cortisol","title":"Cortisol (ECLIA)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"test-description\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"test-lead\"\u003eThe Cortisol test measures your primary stress hormone to evaluate adrenal gland function and diagnose disorders of cortisol excess or deficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat does this test check?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eMeasures serum cortisol concentration, typically in the morning when levels are normally at their peak. Used to diagnose Cushing's syndrome (excess cortisol) and Addison's disease (insufficient cortisol).\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy get tested?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eCortisol dysregulation affects metabolism, immunity, blood pressure, and mental health. Chronically elevated cortisol from stress or disease causes weight gain, hypertension, and immune suppression. Low cortisol can be life-threatening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWho should get this test?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIndividuals with unexplained weight gain (especially abdominal), high blood pressure, stretch marks, fatigue, or symptoms suggesting adrenal insufficiency (dizziness, weakness, darkening of skin).\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003ePreparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eSchedule the test between 7–9 AM for morning cortisol measurement. Avoid strenuous exercise and stress before the test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NowExpress","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55596734152872,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"PHP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/nowexpress.ph\/products\/cortisol","provider":"NowExpress","version":"1.0","type":"link"}