Cortisol AM test is used to measure Cortisol levels in the blood early in the day.
Cortisol is a hormone that contributes to several bodily functions, including the fight or flight response to stress.
When a person believes that they are in danger, the brain releases an extremely powerful chemical called adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH).
This hormone triggers the adrenal gland, which is located just above the kidneys, to release cortisol.
The body uses cortisol to halt any non-essential physical processes. These include growth processes and reproductive and immune functions.
As non-essential functions shut down, the person will gain a burst of strength and energy to deal with the potential threat.
The release of cortisol may also cause emotional arousal, giving people strong emotions, such as anger and fear.
Cortisol also increases blood sugar levels and insulin resistance.
Finally, cortisol supports several different systems in the body including:
nervous system
immune system
digestive system
skeletal system
circulatory system
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