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Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) is a peptide hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland. It plays a crucial role in stimulating the adrenal glands to release cortisol.
Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) is a peptide hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland. It plays a crucial role in stimulating the adrenal glands to release cortisol, a hormone involved in stress response, metabolism, blood pressure regulation, and immune response.
A plasma ACTH test measures the concentration of ACTH in your blood to help diagnose or monitor conditions related to the adrenal or pituitary glands. It is often ordered when a doctor suspects issues such as:
For accurate assessment, ACTH levels are often measured alongside cortisol levels to provide a clearer picture of adrenal and pituitary function. The test typically requires a blood sample drawn in the morning when ACTH levels are at their peak.
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