ACTH stimulation test (evaluate adrenal glands)
Description
A medical test to evaluate the adrenal glands response to the hormone known as ACTH. It can be used for diagnosing endocrine disorders such as Addison's disease and Cushing's syndrome.
Cost
Average Cost: $49.00
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Common Complications
Complications are rarely seen. Serious side effects include rash, fainting, headache, blurry vision, severe swelling, dizziness, breathing problems, and irregular heartbeat.
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Post-surgical hypocortisolism after removal of an adrenal incidentaloma: is it predictable by an accurate endocrinological work-up before surgery?
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Evaluation of the use of baseline cortisol concentration as a monitoring tool for dogs receiving trilostane as a treatment for hyperadrenocorticism.
Provided by: PubMed
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