Research Article: Altered association between cortisol and adrenocorticotropic hormone levels in the early stage of type 2 diabetic ketoacidosis
Introduction:
Objectives: In the early stages of various critical infections and diseases, altered association of cortisol and adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) levels occurs, with cortisol levels increasing and ACTH levels remaining normal or decreasing. This study aimed to explore the relationship between ACTH and cortisol levels in patients with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and the influence of the severity of DKA.
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