Pituitary-adrenocortical stimulation in the aged as reflected in levels of plasma cortisol and compound S.
D015065:17-Hydroxycorticosteroids / Q000097:blood*; D000293:Adolescent; D000311:Adrenal Glands / Q000502:physiology*; D000324:Adrenocorticotropic Hormone; D000328:Adult; D000367:Age Factors; D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006854:Hydrocortisone / Q000097:blood*; D008297:Male; D008797:Metyrapone; D010902:Pituitary Gland / Q000502:physiology*; D010912:Pituitary-Adrenal Function Tests; D010913:Pituitary-Adrenal System / Q000187:drug effects*; D013268:Stimulation, Chemical; D013997:Time Factors
D015065:17-Hydroxycorticosteroids; D000324:Adrenocorticotropic Hormone; D006854:Hydrocortisone; D008797:Metyrapone