Androstenedione Stimulation By ACTH Test - Book at Affordable Price

What is the ACTH Stimulation for Androstenedione?

Androstenedione, which is produced into the bloodstream by either the adrenal or the ovary, can be transformed into testosterone and estrogens by the same enzymes found in peripheral organs. 

Why done ACTH Stimulation for Androstenedione? 

To check high levels of ACTH as a result of the enzyme blockage cause adrenal hyperplasia and a substantial rise in the production of adrenal hormones proximal to the enzyme blockage.

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?  

• For at least 10-12 hours before the blood sample collection, do not consume any food or drink like tea, coffee, juice, biscuits, etc.
• Please refrain from taking your morning medication (if any) before arriving at the laboratory for sample collection.
• No alcohol or nicotine for at least 24 hours before your health check.

Required documents for ACTH Stimulation for Androstenedione test

Doctor prescription.

After Care

No particular type of care is required.

Cost of ACTH Stimulation for Androstenedione Test in Delhi

The ACTH stimulation test cost varies INR 1500 to INR 4500 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.