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Adrenal Function Data Integrity

Meaning

Adrenal Function Data Integrity refers to the clinical reliability and verifiable accuracy of all biochemical data collected to assess the physiological output of the adrenal glands, specifically glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids. This integrity is essential for correctly interpreting the status of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis and for making sound, personalized diagnostic or therapeutic decisions. A compromise in data integrity, whether from pre-analytical error or analytical inaccuracy, can lead to the misdiagnosis of conditions ranging from subtle HPA axis dysregulation to overt adrenal insufficiency or hypercortisolism, severely impacting patient safety and wellness outcomes.