During an Evaluation of Adrenal Function,a Patient Had Plasma Cortisol

question 12

Multiple Choice

During an evaluation of adrenal function,a patient had plasma cortisol determinations in the morning after awakening and in the evening at approximately 7:30 PM.Laboratory results indicated that the evening value was approximately half as high as the morning concentration.This is indicative of:

• A) a normal finding.
• B) Cushing syndrome.
• C) adrenal gland tumor.
• D) ectopic hormone production.

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