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This is for home lab test kits, not DNA kits (see "DNA Sample Collection & Shipping")

  • What Happens After I Return My Home Testing Kit?
  • It's Hot Outside. Should I Send My Sample In?
  • What if I am taking hormones, supplements, or vitamins?
  • Why is a saliva sample requested? Is it accurate?
  • I brushed my teeth and had my breakfast and then started collecting my saliva. Should I start over again?
  • Where is my nearest UPS drop-off point?
  • Do I need to collect saliva in all four tubes provided in the test kit?
  • Can I exercise before saliva collection for cortisol (adrenal function)?
  • When should I collect my sample if I am taking hormones?
  • Do I need to fill the saliva tubes completely?
  • Can I send samples to the lab over a weekend or holiday?
  • What should I do if I am using non-prescription (over-the-counter) anti-aging cream?
  • I have diabetes and have to eat when I get up. Can I eat before I take the test?
  • SelfDecode Labs Home Test Kit: How do I collect my saliva sample in the tubes provided in the test kit?
  • Are hormone results from dried plasma different from conventional venipuncture serum?
  • What should I do if I am not well? Should I still collect my sample?
  • How are finger-stick dried Plasma, dried blood spot and venipuncture blood serum different?
  • What do I do if I have a dry mouth and have problems collecting saliva sample?
  • What if my test kit is missing the return label?

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