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Acth is 53.30.reference range is 0-46. my prolactin is 51.65.the reference range is 3.3-26.7. lab work was done in the morning.what does this suggest?

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Dr. Elden Rand answered

Specializes in Cardiology

High ACTH/prolactin: Concern is for pituitary tumor. There are other causes. Need a dedicated evaluation by an endocrinologist.

Answered 5/18/2017

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