Description

The Melatonin Profile provides a snapshot of the sleep/wake cycle during one day. This profile is recommended for those experiencing sleep disturbances.

The following are included:

Melatonin Evening

Melatonin Morning

Melatonin Night

Pick up kit to collect at home. Allow 8 business days for results not including transportation time.

Key Details

  • Correct timing is very important for this collection.
  • If you are a menstruating woman, collect 5-9 days before the end of your cycle.
  • If you are taking hormones or glucocorticoids, see below for details on timing.
  • You must avoid certain foods, medications, and products prior to collection.
  • Samples should remain in the freezer until they are shipped.
  • Samples should be shipped Monday – Friday only.
  • Do NOT place samples in a FedEx drop box.

Preparation & Timing

  • If you are a menstruating woman, collect 5-9 days before the end of your cycle.

  • For a 28-day cycle, collect one day during Days 19-23 (Day 1 is the first day of your period).
  • If you are not a menstruating woman, you can collect any day.

Taking hormones or glucocorticoids?

  • Topical hormones (cream)

  • Your last dose should be 12-24 hours before collecting your first sample.
  • Sublingual hormones or troches

  • Your last dose should be 24-36 hours before collecting your first sample.
  • Follow this dose with 2 full glasses of water to cleanse the tissues.
  • Oral hormones

  • Can be used as normal.
  • Injections, subcutaneous pellets, and transdermal patches

  • Collect your samples at the halfway point between doses.

  • Example: 3 days after a once-a-week injection
  • Cortisol/glucocorticoid supplements

  • Consult your healthcare provider regarding timing and supplement dosage.

2 Days Before Collection

  • Avoid the following foods for 48 hours prior to your first collection.

  • Nuts
  • Nut butter
  • Fruit
  • Fruit juice
  • Wine
  • Rice
  • Avoid melatonin supplements for at least 36 hours prior to your first collection.

Day of Collection

  • Avoid the following foods, medications, and products the entire day of collection.

  • Nuts
  • Nut butter
  • Fruit
  • Fruit juice
  • Wine
  • Rice
  • Foods containing caffeine
  • Drinks containing caffeine (including coffee)
  • Anti-aging creams
  • Dietary supplements
  • Non-essential medications

  • Do not discontinue any prescription medication without consulting your healthcare provider.
  • Topical hormones
  • Sublingual hormones
  • You may use cosmetics on the day of collection.
  • Prior to each saliva collection,

  • DO NOT drink or eat anything 1 hour prior.
  • DO NOT brush your teeth, floss, or have dental work done 30 minutes prior.
  • The first saliva collection must be 30 minutes after waking.

  • This timing is critical.

Collection Instructions

Correct timing is critical for this test. Make sure you follow the schedule below, particularly collecting the first sample exactly 30 minutes after waking.