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2. Dexamethasone suppression test - Wikipedia

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   Low-dose and high-dose variations of the test exist. [4] The test is given at low (usually 1–2 mg) and high (8 mg) doses of dexamethasone, and the levels of cortisol are measured to obtain the results. [5] A low dose of dexamethasone suppresses cortisol in individuals with no pathology in endogenous cortisol production.

3. ACTH stimulation test - Wikipedia

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   Studies have shown the cortisol response of the adrenals is the same for the low-dose and conventional-dose tests. [9] [10] The prolonged-stimulation test, which is also called a long conventional-dose test, can last up to 48 hours. This form of the test can differentiate between primary, secondary, and tertiary adrenal insufficiency.

4. Cushing's disease - Wikipedia

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   The CRH test uses recombinant human or bovine-sequence CRH, which is administered via a 100μg intravenous bolus dose. The sensitivity of the CRH test for detecting Cushing's disease is 93% when plasma levels are measured after fifteen and thirty minutes. [8] However, this test is used only as a last resort due to its high cost and complexity. [11]

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6. Walgreens halts genetic test sales on FDA concerns - AOL

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   Earlier this week, Walgreens announced with great fanfare that it was selling a controversial over-the-counter genetics test. The drug store chain quickly changed its mind after the Food and Drug ...

7. Evocative/suppression testing - Wikipedia

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   Evocative/suppression testing refers to a class of tests performed where one substance is measured both before and after the administration of another substance to determine if the levels are stimulated ("evocative") or suppressed.