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What are the tests for cushing's syndrome?
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CUSHING'S SYNDROME: Dx: 1. Urinary free cortisol - 4 x upper limit of normal. 2. Dexamethasone test- plasma cortosol level elevated.3. Acth level is elevated in pituitary cause.
Answered 6/25/2014
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