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Cortisol

Formal name: Cortisol
Related tests: ACTH, Aldosterone
At A Glance
 
Why get tested?
To help diagnose Cushing's syndrome or Addison's disease

When to get tested?
When your doctor suspects excess or deficient cortisol production

Sample required?
A blood sample drawn from a vein in the arm or a urine sample; sometimes a saliva sample may be used



This article was last reviewed on April 3, 2008.
 
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