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Acth Levels Near Zero During Ipss
An ACTH test measures ACTH, a hormone released from the anterior pituitary gland in the brain.
Alternative Names
Serum adrenocorticotropic hormone; Adrenocorticotropic hormone; Highly-sensitive ACTH
How the test is performed
Blood is typically drawn from a vein, usually from the inside of the elbow or the back of the hand. The site is cleaned with germ-killing medicine (antiseptic). The health care provider wraps an elastic band around the upper arm to apply pressure to the area and make...
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