A patient who has been taking a glucocorticoid for several months arrives in the clinic. The patient's cheeks appear full and there is a prominent hump of fat present on the upper back. The provider will order which test?

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The patient's symptoms suggest Cushing's syndrome, which is characterized by fat redistribution to the face (moon face) and upper back (buffalo hump), often due to prolonged glucocorticoid use. Serum electrolytes will be ordered to check for electrolyte imbalances, a common finding in Cushing's syndrome.

A Patient Who Has Been Taking a Glucocorticoid for Several