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Cortisol AM

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Cortisol AM Test

Description
An important test for making Addison disease and the Cushing syndrome diagnoses. These diseases are linked to the production of cortisol secreted by the surrenal glands.
Testing moment
A test that needs to be performed when the secretion is the most abundant, in the morning, around 8 a.m., by blood sampling.
High values causes
  • Addison disease
  • Cushing syndrome
Notes

Complementary test : Cortisol in urine over a 24 hour period.

How to get tested

Contact us at 514 975-5226 for a blood test at home for the purpose of evaluating your cortisol AM.

Perscription & Insurance

All our tests require a medical prescription recommended by any practicing doctor in the province of Quebec.

These prescriptions are necessary in order to proceed with either test and we urge that all medical requests originating from offices or clinics be duly identified.

All medical analysis requested by your doctor are reimbursed by a majority of private insurance companies!