Test Details
Lab Company: Genova Diagnostics
Sample Type: Saliva
Collection Location: At Home
The EndoSelect Salivary test measures a variety of salivary endocrine hormones to analyze hormone balance.
Key Details
⏰ Your specific collection time(s) will depend on the markers being tested.
🗓️ All samples must be collected on the same day.
❌ You must avoid certain activities before each sample collection.
🧊 Keep your samples in the freezer until you ship them.
🚚 Ship your samples as soon as possible after collection.
🗓️ Rupa Health recommends shipping your samples Monday - Thursday only to avoid shipment delays.
Preparation & Timing
If you are a man or a non-menstruating woman, you can collect on any day.
If you are a menstruating woman evaluating ovulatory function, collect between Days 19 and 25 of your menstrual cycle.
Day 1 is the first day of your period.
All of your samples must be collected on the same day.
Your specific collection time(s) will depend on the markers being tested. See the collection schedule below.
If you do not know which markers you are testing, reach out to your practitioner. You can also reach out to Rupa Health via the chat in your patient portal.
Avoid taking hormones until you have collected the morning sample.
Avoid the following activities for 1 hour before each sample collection.
Eating
Brushing your teeth
Flossing your teeth
Using mouthwash
Using lip balm
Chewing gum
Using tobacco products
Collection Instructions
Your specific collection time(s) will depend on the markers being tested.
If you do not know which markers you are testing, reach out to your healthcare practitioner. You can also reach out to Rupa Health via the chat in your patient portal.
Determine the correct collection time(s) for your test based on the markers your provider wants to test.
At each collection time, rinse your mouth with water.
Spit the water out completely.
Open one saliva tube.
Fill the tube with saliva to the fill line within 5 minutes of starting your collection.
Your sample should reach the fill line.
If there are bubbles in your sample, tap the tube on a hard surface to reduce foam for an accurate measurement.
Avoid getting mucus in your sample.
If you have trouble producing enough saliva, try
Pressing your tongue against the roof of your mouth
Yawning
Thinking about your favorite food
When you have filled the tube to the fill line, place the cap tightly on the tube.
Write the following information on a label.
Date of birth
Date of collection
The time you started the collection
The time you stopped the collection
Attach the label to the collection tube.
Place the tube in the biohazard bag.
Freeze the tube immediately.
Samples should be frozen for at least 2 hours before shipping.
Samples must remain frozen until they are shipped.
Repeat steps 1-9 for each of the four collections.
Complete the test registration.
Please ensure that the name on the registration matches the name on your Rupa order EXACTLY. If it does not match, you may need to recollect your samples.
Requisition & Payment
Your kit has been prepaid. You DO NOT need to pay anything extra.
You must complete your test registration and return your activation card with your samples.
Since you pre-paid for your tests, you do not need to fill in the payment information on this form.
Shipping
Ship your samples as soon as possible after collection.
Samples should be frozen for at least 2 hours before shipping.
Rupa Health recommends shipping Monday - Thursday only to avoid shipment delays.
To prepare your samples for shipping,
Place the sample tubes in the freezer immediately after collection.
Leave your samples in the freezer for at least 2 hours.
When ready to ship, remove your sample tubes from the freezer.
Place the sample tubes into the biohazard bag.
Place the biohazard bag into the test kit box.
Place the completed activation card into the test kit box.
Place the test kit box into the provided FedEx Clinical Pak.
Seal the FedEx Clinical Pak.
Make a note of the return tracking number so you can track your sample back to the lab.
Ship your samples via FedEx.
You can take your samples to the nearest FedEx location.
DO NOT place your samples in a drop box.
You can schedule a pickup by calling FedEx at 1-800-463-3339 or visiting www.fedex.com.
Results
Results should be released to your provider 7-21 business days after samples are received at the lab. Rupa Health cannot guarantee processing time.
More Resources
Questions?
Reach out to Rupa Health via the chat in your patient portal.