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The Stress and Performance Profile Panel is a simple blood test that looks at muscle and adrenal stress. It is also called a stress and performance panel or adrenal stress panel. Most visits take about 10 to 20 minutes at the lab. Book at participating labs on LabFinder and choose a time that works for you.

What is Stress and Performance Profile Panel and what does it show

This panel, sometimes called a CK cortisol DHEA panel or performance blood panel, measures creatine kinase for muscle strain and cortisol and DHEA-S for adrenal stress hormones. It helps your doctor see how your body handles physical effort and daily stress.

Who should get a Stress and Performance Profile Panel test

Common reasons: your doctor may order this if you have sore muscles, weakness after workouts, low energy, trouble handling stress, or symptoms that suggest adrenal hormone changes. It can also help check recovery after intense training.

How long does a Stress and Performance Profile Panel test take and what to expect

You will check in, show a photo ID and your lab order, then sit for a quick blood draw from your arm. The draw itself takes only a few minutes. Plan for about 10 to 20 minutes total at the lab.

Is a Stress and Performance Profile Panel test safe and what are the risks

Yes, this is a quick, routine blood draw and is considered very safe. You might feel a quick pinch, notice a small bruise, or feel a little lightheaded for a moment afterward, but those effects usually fade quickly. Be sure to tell the staff if you take blood thinners, have a bleeding disorder, a rash or infection where blood will be drawn, or if you have fainted during blood draws before. They will take extra care to keep you comfortable. Hard exercise right before testing can affect CK and cortisol results, so follow any timing instructions from your doctor or the lab.

How to prepare for a Stress and Performance Profile Panel test

Drink water so your veins are easy to find. Avoid hard exercise for 24 hours before your visit unless your doctor says otherwise. Skip alcohol the day before. Take medicines as prescribed unless your doctor gives new instructions, and tell the team if you use steroids or hormone supplements. Cortisol is often checked in the morning, so follow any timing your doctor requests. Bring prior results if you have them.

Related conditions a Stress and Performance Profile Panel test may help evaluate

Examples include muscle strain from workouts, overtraining, statin or medicine-related muscle symptoms, adrenal gland problems, long-term fatigue, and unexplained muscle pain or weakness. Your doctor will review your results along with your history and symptoms before recommending any next steps.

Tests similar to Stress and Performance Profile Panel and how they differ

• Thyroid function panel: checks thyroid hormones that affect energy and metabolism, not muscle enzymes.
• ACTH stimulation test: a timed hormone test that shows how the adrenal glands respond to a signal, not a simple one-time blood panel.
• Comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP): looks at electrolytes, kidney, and liver health; it does not measure CK or DHEA-S.

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