Adrenocorticotropin hormone(ACTH), Plasma
| This assay is used to determine the cause of Hypocortisolism & Hypercortisolism states. In a patient with hypocortisolism, an elevated ACTH indicates Primary adrenal insufficiency whereas normal levels are consistent with secondary adranal insufficiency from pituitary or hypothalamic causes. In a patient of hypercortisolism (Cushing’s syndrome), a suppressed value is consistent with Cortisol producing Adrenal adenoma/carcinoma, Primary adrenal micronodular hyperplasia & Exogenous corticosteroid use |
Pre-test Information : Draw blood between 8–10 a.m |
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Report Delivery : Sample Daily by 4 pm; Report Same day |
Adrenocorticotropin hormone(ACTH), Plasma
| Test Code | A-025 |
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| Test Description | **Adrenocorticotropin hormone(ACTH), Plasma |
| Clinical Category | ADRENAL GLAND DISORDERS |
| Sample | 2 mL (0.5 mL min.) plasma from EDTA tube. Draw blood between 8–10 a.m |
| Method/Technology | Chemiluminescent Immunoassay |
| Storage/Temp | |
| Reporting Time | DAILY |