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I've been showing strong symptoms of addisons disease.should i opt for an acth stimulation test?
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Yes if indicated: If you have symptoms of adrenal insufficiency, talk to your doctor about the acth stim test. This is the best test to confirm your suspicion. If he/she agrees with your assessment, the test should be ordered. Good luck.
Answered 11/18/2012
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First get cortisol: First get fasting blood in am for cortisol and acth.
Answered 11/17/2012
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