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ACTH (Cortrosyn) stimulation test   

Overview | Risks | Results

Alternative names:

Tests of adrenal reserve

Normal Values

An increase in cortisol after stimulation by ACTH is normal. Post stimulation blood cortisol should be greater than 20 mcg/dl.


Note: mcg/dl = micrograms per deciliter

What Abnormal Results Mean

This test is helpful in determining if you have:

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