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Pituitary Tumor


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Alternate Names : Tumor - Pituitary

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Pituitary Tumor Diagnosis & Tests

Your health care provider will perform a physical examination and will note any double vision and visual field deficits, such as loss of peripheral vision or the ability to see in certain areas.

Tests that help confirm the diagnosis include the following:

Endocrine function tests include the following:

Cortisol levels:
- Urine cortisol test
- Dexamethasone suppression test - serum cortisol levels measured after giving dexamethasone to supress hormonal secretion
- Saliva cortisol test
Insulin growth factor-1 (IGF-1) levels
Thyroid hormone levels:
- TSH test
- Free T4 test
Serum prolactin levels
Testosterone/estradiol levels
Leutinizing hormone (LH) levels
Follicular stimulating hormone (FSH) levels

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Review Date : 11/12/2002
Reviewed By : Todd T. Brown, M.D., Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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