Enhanced adrenal sensitivity to exogenous cosyntropin (ACTH alpha 1-24) stimulation in major depression. Relationship to dexamethasone suppression test results. [electronic resource]
- Archives of general psychiatry Mar 1987
- 233-40 p. digital
Publication Type: Journal Article; Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
0003-990X
10.1001/archpsyc.1987.01800150041006 doi
Adolescent Adrenal Glands--drug effects Adrenocorticotropic Hormone--pharmacology Adult Age Factors Aged Circadian Rhythm Cosyntropin--pharmacology Depressive Disorder--blood Dexamethasone Female Humans Hydrocortisone--blood Hypothalamo-Hypophyseal System--drug effects Male Middle Aged Pituitary-Adrenal System--drug effects Stimulation, Chemical