CORTISOL BASAL

Overview

The Cortisol Basal (Serum) test is primarily used as a screening tool for Cushing syndrome, aiding in the identification of excess cortisol production. Additionally, this assay plays a role in diagnosing Pseudo-hyperaldosteronism, a condition that may arise from excessive consumption of licorice. However, its utility in evaluating Adrenal insufficiency is limited, making it less suitable for this purpose