Abstract
Plasma concentrations of adrenocorticotropin (ACTH; corticotropin) were measured in 31 normal dogs (house pets) at rest. The mean concentration was 45.77 pg/ml of blood, with individual values ranging from 17 to 98 pg/ml of blood. The measurement of this hormone secreted by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland (adenohypophysis) may aid in the diagnosis of spontaneous canine adrenal cortical disorders, both primary and secondary.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 1643-1645 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | American Journal of Veterinary Research |
Volume | 38 |
Issue number | 10 |
State | Published - Oct 1977 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- veterinary(all)