Wright – Adrenal Fatigue, Hypoadrenocorticism, Glaucoma & Hearing Loss, the HPA Axis & Oxytocin Quiz Please sign up for the course before taking this quiz. The following are adequate methods to test optimal adrenal function except:1 Salivary testing Add cortisol metabolites THF, THE and 5a-THF Single draw blood test ACTH test dose response and measure cortisol response If cortisol levels are low, do the following:1 Cortisol dosing should start low, increase slowly and monitor DHEA can be supplemented, or use meditation and ashwagandha to increase its production All of the above may be beneficial Use licorice to increase serum cortisol by decreasing its metabolism For low adrenal function, the following is not a good treatment option:1 Hydrocortisone treatment Increase complex carbohydrates Salt restriction Cell Therapy with fetal animal cells High aldosterone levels are linked with hearing loss – true or false?1 True False
