Myths vs facts: Hormoncheck Frauen and Schlaf

The question of myths vs. facts regarding hormone checks for women and sleep is important, as many commercial providers (like MyBody-X) market hormone tests without always providing clear scientific backing. Fact: Hormones such as melatonin, cortisol, estrogen, and progesterone significantly influence the sleep-wake cycle and sleep quality. A hormone check can be useful when there is suspicion of disorders like sleep apnea, thyroid issues, or menopausal symptoms – but only in combination with medical diagnostics. Myth: A single hormone test (e.g., saliva test) is sufficient to explain sleep problems. Evidence for such home tests is often weak, as hormone levels fluctuate throughout the day and individual reference ranges are lacking. Moreover, many offered 'hormone panels' are not validated. Conclusion: Hormone checks can provide clues but do not replace a medical evaluation. Especially for sleep disorders, a comprehensive history and possibly a sleep lab study should be performed. The evidence is mixed: for some hormones (cortisol, melatonin) there are strong mechanistic and clinical data, but for commercial panels RCTs are often missing.