Research Notes on ACTH Stimulation Test
The ACTH stimulation test (also called the cosyntropin test or tetracosactide test) is a medical test usually ordered and interpreted by endocrinologists to assess the functioning of the adrenal glands stress response by measuring the adrenal response to adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH). ACTH is a hormone produced in the pituitary gland that stimulates the adrenal glands to release cortisol....Read more at Wikipedia
Fast Facts:
- ACTH test helps to diagnose Addison’s disease, Cushing's disease, adrenal tumors, and pituitary tumors.1
- ACTH test is performed with a blood sample drawn from a vein in your arm.1
- ACTH test is ordered when a patient has signs or symptoms associated with excess or deficient cortisol.1
5 Great Resources on ACTH Stimulation Test
- A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus) ACTH (Cosyntropin) Stimulation Test
- Lab Tests Online: ACTH
- Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center: ACTH Stimulation Test
- Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center: Endocrine, Metabolism and Diabetes Tests and Procedures - ACTH Stimulation Test
- Consumer Health Information Network (via Arthritis-Symptom.com): ACTH Stimulation Test
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What is ACTH Stimulation Test
- Stedman's Medical Dictionary (via Drugs.com): ACTH Stimulation Test
- CancerWeb: ACTH Stimulation Test Definition
- ActiveForever: Definition of ACTH Stimulation Test
Uses for ACTH Stimulation Test
- A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Acute Adrenal Crisis - Exams and Tests
- Laboratory Corporation of America: Screen for Adrenal Insufficiency
- Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center: How Does My Doctor Tell if I Have Addison's Disease?
- Lab Tests On Line: Pituitary Disorders - Tests
Risks and Complications of ACTH Stimulation Test
- A.D.A.M (via MedlinePlus): Risks of ACTH Test
- Wikipedia: Potential Side Effects
- RxList: Cortrosyn Warnings & Precautions
Wisdom, Blogs and Message Boards on ACTH Stimulation Test
- CushingsHelp Blog: The Life and Times of a Pituitary Cushing's Survivor
- OnLineHealthDiary: What Does Your Family Know About Addison's Disease?
- MESO-Rx Bodybuilding Men's Health Forum: ACTH Stimulation Test--Any Possible Side-Effects?
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- PubMed Central: Articles on ACTH Stimulation Test
- JAMA: Scientific and Medical Articles on ACTH Stimulation Test
- Google Scholar: Recent Articles on ACTH Stimulation Test
Clinical Trials on ACTH Stimulation Test
- Clinical Trials.gov: Clinical Trials About ACTH Stimulation Test
- CenterWatch: Clinical Trial Listings for ACTH Stimulation Test
Research Notes References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Lab Tests On Line: ACTH Stimulation Test Facts
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