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What is the primary purpose of ACTH?
What is the primary purpose of ACTH?
- Stimulating the production of insulin
- Maintaining blood pressure
- Suppressing the immune system's response
- Regulating glucose, protein, and lipid metabolism (correct)
Which gland produces ACTH?
Which gland produces ACTH?
- Pituitary gland (correct)
- Hypothalamus
- Adrenal glands
- Thyroid gland
What hormone stimulates the production of ACTH by the pituitary gland?
What hormone stimulates the production of ACTH by the pituitary gland?
- Thyroxine
- Corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH) (correct)
- Insulin
- Cortisol
When do ACTH levels increase?
When do ACTH levels increase?
What is the purpose of an ACTH test, usually in conjunction with cortisol tests?
What is the purpose of an ACTH test, usually in conjunction with cortisol tests?
What can too much cortisol cause?
What can too much cortisol cause?
How do patients with insufficient cortisol production typically present?
How do patients with insufficient cortisol production typically present?
When are ACTH and cortisol levels typically at their highest and lowest, respectively?
When are ACTH and cortisol levels typically at their highest and lowest, respectively?
What is the primary purpose of suppression or stimulation testing for ACTH and cortisol?
What is the primary purpose of suppression or stimulation testing for ACTH and cortisol?
What are the primary symptoms of hypopituitarism?
What are the primary symptoms of hypopituitarism?
What does a decreased level of ACTH indicate in the context of testing for adrenal gland problems?
What does a decreased level of ACTH indicate in the context of testing for adrenal gland problems?
What is the most common sample used for testing ACTH and cortisol levels?
What is the most common sample used for testing ACTH and cortisol levels?
Which hormone stimulates the production of cortisol by the adrenal glands?
Which hormone stimulates the production of cortisol by the adrenal glands?
What are the primary functions of cortisol in the body?
What are the primary functions of cortisol in the body?
What conditions can be diagnosed using ACTH blood tests in conjunction with cortisol tests?
What conditions can be diagnosed using ACTH blood tests in conjunction with cortisol tests?
What symptoms can be associated with excessive cortisol production?
What symptoms can be associated with excessive cortisol production?
In which condition is both ACTH and cortisol increased?
In which condition is both ACTH and cortisol increased?
What is the purpose of suppression or stimulation testing for ACTH and cortisol?
What is the purpose of suppression or stimulation testing for ACTH and cortisol?
When are ACTH and cortisol levels typically at their highest?
When are ACTH and cortisol levels typically at their highest?
What are cardiac biomarkers?
What are cardiac biomarkers?
What is the most sensitive biomarker test for detecting heart damage?
What is the most sensitive biomarker test for detecting heart damage?
What is the clinical utility of Aspartate aminotransferase (AST)?
What is the clinical utility of Aspartate aminotransferase (AST)?
What is the primary role of myoglobin in the body?
What is the primary role of myoglobin in the body?
Which enzyme accounts for only 3-20% of total CK activity in the heart?
Which enzyme accounts for only 3-20% of total CK activity in the heart?
Where is lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) found?
Where is lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) found?
What is the composition of cardiac troponins?
What is the composition of cardiac troponins?
Which enzyme is widely distributed in different tissues and has the highest concentrations in cardiac tissue, liver, and skeletal muscle?
Which enzyme is widely distributed in different tissues and has the highest concentrations in cardiac tissue, liver, and skeletal muscle?
What is the clinical significance of myoglobin levels in the context of muscle trauma and AMI?
What is the clinical significance of myoglobin levels in the context of muscle trauma and AMI?
What is the total sensitivity and specificity of Creatine Kinase (CK or CPK)?
What is the total sensitivity and specificity of Creatine Kinase (CK or CPK)?
