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Whats does it mean if youve an 8am serum cortisol test result of 1299? i understand normal is 133-537?

Q: whats does it mean if youve an 8am serum cortisol test result of 1299? i understand normal is 133-537?

: A cortisol level of 1299 ( normal 133-537) is rather high. Severe Stress can do that but there could be other causes. Best to see the Endocrinologist for follow up and management.

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A cortisol level of 1299 ( normal 133-537) is rather high. Severe Stress can do that but there could be other causes. Best to see the Endocrinologist for follow up and management.

Answered 8/16/2022

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A member asked:

Whats does it mean if youve an 8am serum cortisol test result of 1299? i understand normal is 133-537?

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