Description
The Comprehensive Plus Profile expands on the Comprehensive Hormone Profile and includes estrone (E1) and estriol (E3) plus the Estrogen Quotient. Dr. Henry Lemon developed the Estrogen Quotient (EQ) which is a simple ratio of the cancer protective E3 to the proliferative estrogens E1 and E2. According to Dr. Lemon, the EQ provides an assessment of breast cancer risk, with a lower number (<1.0) indicating increased risk, and a higher number (>1.0) signifying a lower risk. Dr. Lemon’s work stated that for maximum protection, an optimal EQ is >1.5. Because the research on the Estrogen Quotient and the protective properties of estriol has not been completed with men, this profile is a consideration for women only. This profile should be considered for patients who have:
- Increased risk of developing breast cancer
- History of breast cancer or other hormonally sensitive cancers
- Personal or family history of autoimmune disease
- PCOS
