Which response to an injection of ACTH indicates a primary adrenal insufficiency?
A) No change in serum glucocorticoid level
B) An increase in serum glucocorticoid level
C) A decrease in serum glucose level
D) An increase in serum ACTH level

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Primary adrenal insufficiency would be indicated when the adrenal cortex fails to produce cortisol when synthetic ACTH is administered.Serum cortisol levels would increase following ACTH administration if the adrenal cortex is functioning properly.Primary adrenal insufficiency occurs when there is no change in the serum glucocorticoid level.Serum levels of cortisol are measured after synthetic ACTH is given.

Which Response to an Injection of ACTH Indicates a Primary