Chronic stress, poor sleep, or inadequate nutrition can lead to adrenal dysfunction, disrupting your body’s natural rhythms. The ASI test measures these hormone levels throughout the day to identify imbalances that may affect your energy, mood, sleep quality, and overall health.
The Adrenal Stress Index Process
The ASI test measures specific hormone levels in your saliva multiple times during the day. The Adrenal Stress Index provides a detailed picture of how your adrenal glands respond to various stressors. The comprehensive assessment is highly technical; in simple terms, it measures six key hormones and immune markers through 10 different tests. In all, the procedure provides a full review of your hormone activity, including the following:
- Measures cortisol levels at four different times of the day to assess adrenal function, circadian rhythm, and how well the body is managing stress.
- Measures your adrenal reserve and balance between cortisol and DHEA, which impacts energy, mood, and immune function.
- Assesses your adrenal steroid production, which can indicate adrenal fatigue or dysfunction.
- Screens for blood sugar regulation problems and insulin resistance, which can be affected by chronic stress.
- Measures immune function in the gut’s mucosal lining, which can be weakened by stress and lead to increased susceptibility to infections.
- Evaluates your body’s immune reactions to gluten, which may be linked to adrenal stress and inflammation.
