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@vkoonz

Good morning!
Has anyone had an Adrenal Cortical Carcinoma ACC test done with your 24hr urine test? Why is this test necessary? If is it necessary for someone with exceedingly small nodule in one adrenal glands. My endo ordered this test, without explaining and informing me that my insurance may not cover it. I have done multiple urine tests with Metanephrine slightly elevated.
The ACC test was not covered by my insurance as it was reported as clinical risk and integrated clinical risk for adrenal cortical carcinoma, adenoma, or other adrenal malignancy.
Has anyone had this test done with their 24hr urine sample test?

Thank you!

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Replies to "Good morning! Has anyone had an Adrenal Cortical Carcinoma ACC test done with your 24hr urine..."

Hi @vkoonz, blood tests and urinalysis are used to check hormone levels. Your endocrinologist might get a 24-hour urine test if you’ve done other kidney function tests — like urinalysis or blood tests — and they need more information about how your kidneys are working. The results can help your doctor diagnose suspected cancer or evaluate it.

Have you been diagnosed with adrenal cortical carcinoma or are you in the diagnostic phase? How are you doing?