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ACTH (Cortrosyn) stimulation test   

Overview | Risks | Results

Alternative names:

Tests of adrenal reserve

What the Risks Are

From venipuncture:

  • excessive bleeding
  • fainting or feeling lightheaded
  • hematoma (blood accumulating under the skin)
  • infection (a slight risk any time the skin is broken)
  • multiple punctures to locate veins

Ency. home > Test > A > ACTH (Cortrosyn) stimulation test

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