Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH) Test
- Category
- Hormones
- Sample
- Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
- Reports () Terms & Conditions Report time varies with time of sample collection.
- In 3 days
- Fasting
- No Fasting
- Age
- 5+ Years
What Is This Test?
Measures adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), the pituitary hormone that tells the adrenal glands to make cortisol.
Why this test is performed?
Used with cortisol to find the cause of too much or too little cortisol — distinguishing pituitary, adrenal and other sources in Cushing's syndrome and Addison's disease.
Who should take this test?
Symptoms suggesting hormonal imbalance — weight change, fatigue, BP changes, growth problems — usually as advised by a doctor.
Test Preparation
No fasting needed.
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Frequently asked questions
ACTH is unstable; the sample is collected in the morning in a chilled tube and processed quickly.
No fasting is needed. You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.
Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm.
Usually within 31–55 hours after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.
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