ACTH (cosyntropin) stimulation test

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What is ACTH (cosyntropin) stimulation test?

ACTH (cosyntropin) stimulation test measures how well the adrenal glands respond to the hormone ACTH. ACTH is a hormone produced in the pituitary gland that stimulates the adrenal glands to release cortisol.

Alternative Names:

Tests of adrenal reserve; Cortrosyn stimulation test

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What's the difference between a CRH Stimulation Test and a ACTH Stimulation Test? - Adrenal Insufficiency Community

- Sep 30, 2009
My doctor is having me tested for the CRH Stimulation Test rather than the ACTH? Is there a...

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- Nov 04, 2009
Ugh. My face is soo red and I'm have had serious hot flashes yesterday and today. As soon...

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- Jul 01, 2008
I am sick of these symptoms which many of us report here, ie. sluggishness, low body temp, ...