Which Response to an Injection of ACTH Indicates a Primary

question 3

Multiple Choice

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

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