{"product_id":"cortisol-awakening-response","title":"Cortisol Awakening Response","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-item deep-green\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCortisol Awakening Response (CAR) Testing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Cortisol Awakening Response (CAR) test is a powerful tool used to assess how your body responds to stress from the moment you wake up. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCortisol, your main stress hormone, follows a natural daily rhythm that should rise sharply within the first 30 to 45 minutes after waking. This rise is essential for helping you feel alert, focused and energised in the morning. When this pattern is disrupted, whether it’s blunted, exaggerated or delayed, it can point to issues with adrenal function or your body’s ability to cope with stress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt Melbourne Natural Medicine Clinic, we use this non-invasive saliva test to investigate signs of burnout, fatigue, poor stress tolerance and other symptoms that may be linked to an imbalanced stress response.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat Can the CAR Test Help Identify?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis test allows us to assess your cortisol rhythm across key time points. The results can help identify:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdrenal fatigue or burnout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChronic stress load\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePoor stress tolerance or reactivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMood and cognitive challenges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSleep disturbances\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInflammation or immune dysregulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHormonal imbalances tied to adrenal function\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you feel like you are running on empty or constantly wired yet tired, this test may offer valuable insights into what your body is trying to tell you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-item deep-green\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat Is the Testing Process?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe test involves collecting saliva samples at home using four timed collections:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImmediately upon waking (between 6am–8am)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 minutes after waking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60 minutes after waking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese samples are then sent to the laboratory for analysis. Your practitioner will provide clear instructions and support to ensure the process is simple and accurate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Melbourne Natural","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48719590293661,"sku":"MNMC-FT-CAR","price":256.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/9563\/3053\/files\/CAR.png?v=1786002895","url":"https:\/\/melbournenatural.com.au\/products\/cortisol-awakening-response","provider":"Melbourne Natural","version":"1.0","type":"link"}