Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH) ( IA0005 )

Description

Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH) is a vital peptide hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland that plays a central role in regulating the body’s response to stress and maintaining hormonal balance through the hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal (HPA) axis. ACTH stimulates the adrenal cortex to produce and release cortisol, a glucocorticoid hormone essential for metabolism, immune response modulation, blood pressure regulation, and stress adaptation.

Measurement of ACTH levels in blood is crucial for diagnosing and differentiating disorders related to adrenal and pituitary gland function. This test is primarily used in the evaluation of conditions such as Cushing’s syndrome, Addison’s disease (primary adrenal insufficiency), secondary adrenal insufficiency, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, and ACTH-secreting tumors. Elevated ACTH levels may indicate primary adrenal failure where the pituitary attempts to compensate for low cortisol production, while low ACTH levels may suggest pituitary dysfunction or cortisol-producing adrenal tumors.

Report Time

Fasting

Not Required

Reporting Time

12 Hours

Gender

Male/Female

Age Group

5-99 yrs.

Pre-Test Instructions:

Collect in chilled EDTA vial and transport on ice
Blood sample should be collected early morning (between 7–9 AM) due to diurnal hormone variation.
Avoid stress, heavy exercise, and alcohol before testing as they can affect ACTH levels.
Inform the lab/doctor if you are taking steroids, oral contraceptives, or hormone therapy, as these may alter results.

Parameters Covered

BIOCHEMISTRY

- Hormonal Assays / Endocrinology

रु 3,000

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Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH) ( IA0005 )

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