ACTH Stimulation For 17-OHP 1

Before and after an injection of synthetic ACTH, a person's blood cortisol levels are measured. 17-OHP levels will rise significantly in patients with CAH stimulated by ACTH. 17-OHP levels are frequently high in premature neonates.

Why done? 

Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is a rare genetic condition diagnosed with a 17-OHP test. In CAH, the adrenal glands cannot produce adequate cortisol due to a genetic abnormality known as a mutation. The adrenal glands create more 17-OHP and other male sex hormones when they work harder to produce more cortisol.

ACTH stimulation test procedure: 

• Your blood has been drained.
• ACTH is then injected into a muscle in your shoulder, generally. The ACTH may be synthetic.
• If your ACTH levels are high enough, your blood is drawn again after 30 minutes or more.
• All blood samples are subjected to cortisol testing in the laboratory.

ACTH stimulation test protocol?  

• Avoid exercise and emotional stress 12 hours before the test.
• After midnight, avoid eating or drinking anything.
• Make sure that you get enough sleep.
• Inform Doctor about any prescription or non-prescription medications, supplements, vitamins, herbs, and recreational or illicit drugs you are currently using or considering using.

Required documents for ACTH Stimulation For 17-OHP 1 Test: 

• Doctor prescription

After care: 

No particular type of care is required.

Cost of ACTH Stimulation For 17-OHP 1 Test in Delhi: 

The ACTH stimulation test cost varies by region and facility. So constantly get tested at trustworthy diagnostic centers like Ganesh Diagnostic. It is staffed by trained and experienced professionals to assure patient and visitor safety.