Dexamethasone Acetate
Dexamethasone suppression test measures the response of the
Alternative Names
DST; ACTH suppression test; Cortisol suppression test
How the test is performed
During this test, you will receive dexamethasone, and the health care provider will measure your cortisol levels.
There are two different types of dexamethasone suppression tests: the low-dose test and the high-dose test. Each type can either be done in an overnight or standard (3-day)...
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