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ACTH Levels High

2017-07-28 07:12:58
We are consulting Physician for Hypertension, and the same is not controlled after taking TELMA AM(40/5). Cortisol Testing done, marginally on higher 22.04 μg/dl. Later Dr suggested to go for ACTH Levels test, and found that 78.1 pg/mL. Based on this report, Dr is recommending for MRI for Plain Brain, to check tumor or excess grow pituitary gland
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Please consult nearby Endocrinologist at the earliest

Answered2017-07-30 08:50:54

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