Evening ACTH Test Price in Saudi Arabia | Lahalak
A specialized test to monitor evening stress hormone fluctuations, essential for diagnosing rare conditions like Cushing's syndrome and ensuring the body's natural hormonal rhythm.
Scientific name: Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH) Test, Evening
The adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) level is measured in blood plasma during the evening or midnight (usually between 10 PM and midnight), when its natural secretion is at its lowest. This is primarily used as part of the dynamic assessment for the diagnosis of Cushing's syndrome (hypercortisolism), in which the normal circadian rhythm is disrup...
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- A precise and specialized analysis to measure the level of ACTH hormone in blood plasma during the optimal evening/nighttime for diagnosis.
- Consult an endocrinologist for an interpretation of the integrated results (with evening cortisol).
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Environment and preparation: The test must be performed in a hospital or medical center. The patient needs to be admitted, rest, and lie in a quiet bed for at least one hour before the sample is taken.
- Timing: Sample collection between 10 PM and 12 AM, according to the treating physician's protocol.
- Absolute rest: Any physical activity or mental exertion should be avoided immediately before and after the examination.
- Fasting: Not strictly required, but it is advisable to eat a normal meal at a reasonable time before relaxing.
- Medications: Inform your doctor about all medications you are taking. You may be asked to stop medications that affect the axis (such as corticosteroids) well in advance of the examination.
- Rapid transport: The sample is extremely sensitive. It must be placed on ice immediately and transported urgently to the laboratory for analysis.
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