What Does a Low Acth Level Mean

ACTH blood test

Serum adrenocorticotropic hormone; Adrenocorticotropic hormone; Highly-sensitive ACTH

The ACTH test measures the level of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) in the blood. ACTH is a hormone released from the pituitary gland in the brain.

Endocrine glands

Endocrine glands release hormones (chemical messengers) into the bloodstream to be transported to various organs and tissues throughout the body. For instance, the pancreas secretes insulin, which allows the body to regulate levels of sugar in the blood. The thyroid gets instructions from the pituitary to secrete hormones which determine the rate of metabolism in the body (the more hormone in the bloodstream, the faster the chemical activity; the less hormone, the slower the activity).

How the Test is Performed

How to Prepare for the Test

How the Test will Feel

Why the Test is Performed

Normal Results

What Abnormal Results Mean

Risks

References

What Does a Low Acth Level Mean

Source: https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/tests/acth-blood-test#:~:text=A%20lower%2Dthan%2Dnormal%20level,that%20produces%20too%20much%20cortisol

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