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I'm scheduled for acth stim test at 2:30 pm & was told no prep is eating.in the past, i was told it had to be in am, i had to fast, & no caffeine. ??
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ACTH: You are correct - it is almost always A.M. Change the appointment. You might want to schedule if after Xmas and New Year and enjoy the festive season.
Answered 12/24/2014
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