{"product_id":"acth-hypofyse-stress","title":"ACTH","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat is ACTH?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eACTH, or Adrenocorticotropic Hormone, is a hormone produced in the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland, a small gland at the base of the brain. ACTH plays a key role in the regulation of the adrenal cortex and stimulates the production and release of cortisol, a hormone essential for the body's response to stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhy test ACTH levels?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTesting ACTH levels can be useful in diagnosing conditions related to the adrenal glands or the pituitary gland. These include Addison’s disease, Cushing’s syndrome, and secondary adrenal insufficiency. This test is particularly important for individuals showing symptoms of these conditions, such as unexplained weight changes, muscle weakness, fatigue, and high or low blood pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat does it indicate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eACTH levels in the blood can provide information about how well the pituitary gland and the adrenal glands are functioning. Abnormal levels may indicate issues within these glands, such as pituitary disorders, or adrenal disorders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat does a high ACTH level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA high level of ACTH may indicate Addison’s disease (where the adrenal glands do not produce enough cortisol). It may also suggest Cushing’s syndrome when the body produces too much cortisol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat does a low ACTH level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA low ACTH level can indicate secondary adrenal insufficiency, where the pituitary gland produces insufficient ACTH, or it may be a sign of a damaged pituitary gland. It can also occur in patients using long-term steroid medication, which suppresses ACTH production.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BloedCheckup","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47679740084570,"sku":"","price":59.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/6816\/2394\/files\/ACTH.png?v=1755941929","url":"https:\/\/store.bloedcheckup.nl\/products\/acth-hypofyse-stress","provider":"BloedCheckup","version":"1.0","type":"link"}