Deoxycortisol LabCorp

Fatigue: Elevated deoxycortisol can indicate adrenal issues like Cushing's syndrome, which often causes persistent fatigue.
High blood pressure: Excess cortisol production, potentially linked to high deoxycortisol, can contribute to high blood pressure.
Mood changes: Hormonal imbalances related to adrenal function, which this test assesses, can affect mood and lead to changes like anxiety or depression.
Muscle weakness: Conditions like Cushing's syndrome, potentially indicated by abnormal deoxycortisol levels, can cause muscle breakdown and weakness.
Skin changes: This test can help investigate conditions like Cushing's syndrome, which is associated with skin changes like easy bruising or stretch marks.
Unexplained weight gain: Abnormal deoxycortisol levels can be related to conditions like Cushing's syndrome, a common cause of unexplained weight gain.

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This test measures the level of deoxycortisol in your blood. It is often used to help diagnose congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), a group of conditions affecting the adrenal glands. High levels can point to a specific type of CAH or Cushing's disease.

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Why To Buy	This Deoxycortisol test helps check for adrenal gland problems that can cause your symptoms by measuring a hormone involved in cortisol production. Knowing your deoxycortisol level can help your doctor find the cause of your fatigue, high blood pressure, and other symptoms. Defy Medical offers this test to provide insight into potential adrenal issues. Finding the cause(s) of: Fatigue: Elevated deoxycortisol can indicate adrenal issues like Cushing's syndrome, which often causes persistent fatigue. High blood pressure: Excess cortisol production, potentially linked to high deoxycortisol, can contribute to high blood pressure. Mood changes: Hormonal imbalances related to adrenal function, which this test assesses, can affect mood and lead to changes like anxiety or depression. Muscle weakness: Conditions like Cushing's syndrome, potentially indicated by abnormal deoxycortisol levels, can cause muscle breakdown and weakness. Skin changes: This test can help investigate conditions like Cushing's syndrome, which is associated with skin changes like easy bruising or stretch marks. Unexplained weight gain: Abnormal deoxycortisol levels can be related to conditions like Cushing's syndrome, a common cause of unexplained weight gain.
Symptoms	Fatigue, High blood pressure, Mood changes, Muscle weakness, Skin changes, Unexplained weight gain