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Please give some multiple choice questions and answer about Common methods of diagnosing the disorder of Addison’s

Answer 1

What is the method of diagnosing the disorder of Addison’s based on antibodies?

Ans; the blood test that measures antibodies titers for this autoimmune disease

What is the method of ACTH stimulation test?

ACTH signals the adrenal glands to produce cortisol. This test we measure the level of cortisol in the blood before and after an injection of synthetic ACTH is measured.

Which imaging tests are used for the diagnosis of Addison’s disease?

Imaging tests used are; a computerized tomography (CT) scans of the abdomen for checking the size of the adrenal glands and to find other abnormalities. MRI scans of the pituitary gland if there is secondary adrenal insufficiency (Mayo clinic).