Take an At Home Hormone Test with Expert Support from your Naturopath

Discover how an at home hormone test with Naturopath guidance can help you understand your hormone health and take control of your wellbeing.

Last updated on 2 January 2026 by Brisbane Livewell Clinic Editorial Team

An at home hormone test allows you to check your hormone levels privately using a Testing Kit, with support from a Naturopath to give recommendations and answer your questions beforehand then to interpret results and design a tailored Wellness Plan that will place you on the path to better health.

Key Takeaways

An at home hormone test helps check for hormone imbalances linked to fatigue, low libido, mood swings, weight gain and other similar health issues
Your Naturopath chooses the right hormone panel for your symptoms
Tests use saliva, dried urine, or blood spot collection kits
You can undertake hormone testing in parallel with your consultations with your medical healthcare professional.

Why Do I Need My Hormones Checked?

Many patients come to us with symptoms like tiredness, poor sleep, low mood, stubborn weight gain, weight loss challenges, or hormonal changes. They may have had these symptoms for years or it may be the first time experiencing these.

These symptoms can be signs of hormone imbalance.

You may have gone to your healthcare provider and told that you are too young for Menopause or Perimenopause, or – even worse – gaslighted and made to feel that your symptoms don’t exist. But you know better, and you’re looking for a menopause test to help you understand the changes in your body.

A GP or Fertility Specialist may have recommended that you take a Fertility Test, including testing the hormones of you and your partner. Or you may have been asked by your GP or Obstetrician to take a pregnancy test and test your hormones once it is established that you are pregnant.

Why We Recommend DUTCH Hormone Testing

The DUTCH Test (Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones) is one of the most accurate and detailed tests available. It measures sex hormones like oestrogen, progesterone, and testosterone, as well as adrenal hormones like cortisol. It also tracks hormone metabolites, melatonin, and hormone balance over time.

DUTCH testing gives deeper insight than a standard blood test. It’s often recommended for symptoms like:

Hormonal balance
Fatigue or energy levels (eg low energy)
Sleep disturbances or insomnia
Anxiety or low mood
Whether your adrenal glands are overactive or overproducing
Menstrual cycle changes
Perimenopause or menopausal symptoms
Low libido or sexual health changes
Weight gain or difficulty losing weight
Reproductive health and reproductive hormones
Fertility concerns or family planning
Hair thinning or hair loss (or excessive hair growth)
Brain fog or memory issues
As a testosterone test for men or males undergoing transition
As a progesterone test, to identify levels of progesterone in your body

It’s also useful for patients (both men and women) managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, low testosterone, adrenal fatigue, thyroid disorders, and challenges with hormonal birth control recovery.

Only a medical professional such as a Naturopath can order a DUTCH test. The right version of the test – DUTCH Complete, DUTCH Cycle Mapping or DUTCH Plus – depends on your symptoms and hormone profile.

What Does “DUTCH” Stand For?

DUTCH stands for “Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones”. It is often written as D.U.T.C.H Hormone Test and actually has nothing to do with the country.

This test uses dried urine samples collected at home to measure a wide range of hormones and their metabolites. It provides insights into how your body produces, uses, and clears hormones like oestrogen, progesterone, testosterone, cortisol and melatonin. Unlike basic blood tests that offer a single snapshot, the DUTCH test shows hormone patterns over a full day, helping your Naturopath identify root causes of imbalance and develop a personalised plan for better hormonal health.

What Hormones Are Tested?

Depending on your symptoms, your test may include:

Oestrogen and progesterone levels to review menstrual health and menopause
Testosterone and free testosterone to assess libido, muscle mass and energy
Cortisol levels for adrenal stress and fatigue
Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) and thyroid hormones to check thyroid function
Follicle-Stimulating Hormone and Luteinising Hormone to track ovulation and fertility
Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH) for ovarian reserve
Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG) to check hormone transport in the body
Insulin and blood sugar levels to identify insulin resistance
Melatonin and cortisol rhythms to assess sleep and wake cycles

Your Practitioner will select the right hormone panel to avoid unnecessary testing and ensure key insights are delivered so they can then help you on the road to good health.

Note that, while often considered a female hormone test or a women’s health test, the DUTCH Hormone Test is equally helpful for men, who often have hormone problems (many of which are under-reported).

The Benefits of Practitioner-Guided Testing

Without expert support, home test kits can be confusing or misinterpreted. Our Naturopaths ensure:

Testing is clinically appropriate and matches your symptoms
The collection method is done correctly for accurate results
Results are explained clearly, not just emailed to you (for example you are taken through your hormone test panel by your Naturopath)
Your personalised plan includes realistic options and professional guidance
You are not left to research hormone therapy or hormone replacement therapy on your own

You also gain access to targeted treatment options for underlying issues like thyroid dysfunction, chronic fatigue, gut health, mood instability or immune system imbalances.

Sample Collection Methods Explained

Hormones can be measured through different sample types. Your Naturopath will explain which is most accurate for your case:

Saliva sample

Common for cortisol and sex hormones

Dried urine sample

Used in DUTCH testing for hormone metabolites and rhythms

Blood spot sample

Useful for thyroid hormones, insulin, or vitamin D

FAQs About At Home Hormone Testing with a Naturopath

1. How do you get started with an at home hormone test?

Getting started with an at home hormone test begins by booking a consultation with a Naturopath who will recommend the right test based on your symptoms.

2. Why is a consultation required before ordering a hormone test?

A consultation is required before testing so your Naturopath can select a clinically appropriate hormone panel and guide you through the process for accurate results.

3. What happens after you complete your hormone test sample?

After completing your sample, your Naturopath will review the results with you and explain how they relate to your symptoms, then recommend a personalised plan.

4. Can you decide which hormones to test without professional advice?

Choosing which hormones to test should be guided by a Naturopath to make sure your test matches your health goals and avoids unnecessary or irrelevant panels.

5. Are hormone tests done at home accurate?

Hormone tests done at home are accurate when arranged through a Naturopath, as they use validated testing kits, proper sample methods, and laboratory analysis.

6. Does hormone testing include stress and adrenal hormones like cortisol?

Hormone testing through a Naturopath often includes adrenal hormones like cortisol to assess how your body is handling stress and daily energy regulation.

7. Can thyroid hormone levels be tested at home?

Thyroid hormone levels can be tested using at home kits if selected by your Practitioner as part of a targeted hormone panel.

8. Is hormone testing helpful for fertility planning?

Hormone testing is useful for fertility planning as it checks key reproductive hormones and ovulation patterns that influence your chances of conceiving.

9. Can hormone testing help with weight gain and metabolism issues?

Hormone testing can uncover imbalances linked to weight gain, insulin resistance, or low thyroid function, allowing for more targeted health strategies.