Evidence for extrapituitary mechanisms mediating the morning peak of plasma cortisol in man

• Published in: The journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism Vol. 58; no. 3; p. 410
• Main Authors: Fehm, H L, Klein, E, Holl, R, Voigt, K H
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States 01.03.1984
• Subjects: Adrenal Cortex - physiology; Adrenocorticotropic Hormone - blood; Adrenocorticotropic Hormone - deficiency; Adrenocorticotropic Hormone - physiology; Adult; Circadian Rhythm; Dexamethasone; Humans; Hydrocortisone - blood; Hydrocortisone - secretion; Male; Time Factors

There is evidence for the existence of ACTH unrelated mechanisms in the regulation of cortisol secretion in man. This study was designed to elucidate the interrelationship between plasma ACTH and cortisol levels during the increase in cortisol levels, which occurs during morning hours. The results w...