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Post by rainbowbrite on Mar 27, 2009 9:47:51 GMT -5
I have my saliva cortisol results in hand (stage 4 adrenal fatigue) and have an appointment for Monday to discuss them with my doctor. I'm wondering what other tests I should ask to have run before starting treatment. If I remember right, I need the following: ACTH Serum Cortisol Aldosterone Renin I've already had Ferrtin, B12 and others tested. A full list with results can be viewed here: www.splodie.com/bloodtests.htmlCan you think of anything else I should ask for?
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Post by justaustin on Mar 28, 2009 11:14:30 GMT -5
Yes, MORNING ACTH, MORNING Cortisol with DHEA-S. Done as close to 8am as possible, fasting,unstressed. Off DHEA,progesterone (if taking) along with any glandulars/extracts for two weeks prior.
Aldo/renin done on day 3 of cycle. Avoiding salty/processed foods for 24hours and upright/sitting for two hours. Walking to car and to lab is permitted. This too needs to be done as close to 8am as possible. A sodium and potassium with aldo/renin is recommended
Laurie
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