ANDROSTENEDIONE STIMULATION BY ACTH
This assay is useful in the diagnosis and differential diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism. It is a crucial sex steroid precursor. In conjunction with other androgenic precursors, it is used in the diagnosis / monitoring of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia. It is also useful in diagnosis of Premature adrenarche. Androstenedione response to ACTH may be useful in the differential diagnosis of androgen excess in women.
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Pre-test Information:
Overnight fasting is mandatory. Synthetic ACTH (Synacthen) is not supplied by LPL.
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Report Delivery:
Sample by Mon / Thu 4 pm ; Report Same day