Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH)

What this laboratory test evaluates

DetailsAdrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH) is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates the adrenal glands to produce and release cortisol, a key hormone involved in stress response, metabolism, and immune function.

What type of sample is required for this test?Plasma

Test ResourcesFor more information, please consult your healthcare provider.

Additional test information

Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH) is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates the adrenal glands to produce and release cortisol, a key hormone involved in stress response, metabolism, and immune function.

Collection and processing

• Sample type: Plasma
• Fasting: No
• Estimated laboratory processing: Results should arrive 1 – 2 business days after the lab receives samples.

How Sunridge uses laboratory information

Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.

Before requesting this test

Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.