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| Investigation | Plasma ACTH (Green) | | Indications | To diagnose adrenal and pituitary diseases such as Cushing`s syndrome, Addison`s disease and is usually done as a diagnostic test once an abnormal cortisol level is detected. | | Specimen Type |  Green | | Request Form | Blood Sciences or Electronic | | Volume | Fill to line | | Turn around time for final test | 2 weeks | | Uncertainty of testing | Not usually required as part of the Synacthen test. Only required if ? Pituitary disease | | Reference range | 0-46 g/L | | Related tests | None | | HOW TO guides | None | | Information leaflets | None | | Publications | None | | Guidelines | None |
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