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Laboratory | Exult Diagnostics, Dr. Lal PathLabs, Metropolis Labs, Oncquest Labs, Pathkind Labs |
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Laboratory | Exult Diagnostics, Dr. Lal PathLabs, Metropolis Labs, Oncquest Labs, Pathkind Labs |
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₹ 1480 – ₹ 1920
EX0024 ACTH | |||||||
Specimen: | 2 mL (0.5 mL min.) plasma from 1 Pre-chilled Lavender Top (EDTA) tube. Draw blood between 8–10 a.m. Mix well, separate, and transfer plasma IMMEDIATELY into a sterile screw-capped vial and FREEZE. Ship frozen. DO NOT THAW. | ||||||
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Method: | Chemiluminescent Immunoassay | ||||||
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Report: | Contact us to know the TAT. | ||||||
Usage: | This assay is used to determine the cause of Hypocortisolism & Hypercortisolism states. In a patient with hypocortisolism, an elevated ACTH indicates Primary adrenal insufficiency whereas normal levels are consistent with secondary adrenal insufficiency from pituitary or hypothalamic causes. In a patient with hypercortisolism (Cushing’s syndrome), a suppressed value is consistent with Cortisol producing Adrenal adenoma/carcinoma, Primary adrenal micronodular hyperplasia & Exogenous corticosteroid use. | ||||||
Doctor Specialty: | Endocrinologist | ||||||
Disease: | Disorders of Adrenal Gland | ||||||
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Courier Charges: | 0.00 | ||||||
Home Collection: | Available (*T&C Apply) | ||||||
Department: | Biochemistry | ||||||
Pre Test Information: | Sample to be given between 8–10 a.m. |
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