Cushing's Syndrome: Diagnosis & Tests (Hypercortisolism)

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Alternate Names : Hypercortisolism

Diagnosis of Cushing's syndrome begins with a medical history and physical exam. The healthcare provider may order additional tests, including:

blood and urine tests to pinpoint the source of the excess cortisol

CT scans and MRIs of various endocrine organs

urine tests to measure cortisol excreted in the urine

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Author: Bill Harrison, MD
Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 06/04/01

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