Objective: We performed a placebo-controlled, single-blind, pilot study to compare the efficacy and safety of low dose cosyntropin stimulation test with injection stress in the diagnosis of secondary adrenocortical insufficiency.
Material and Methods: Twenty-five patients (22 F, 3 M) with a low or normal plasma ACTH level, morning plasma cortisol level
Key words: Adrenal insufficiency, cortisol, injection stress stimuli, low-dose cosyntropin stimulation test
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