The adrenal glands produce cortisol, aldosterone, adrenaline, and androgens — hormones that regulate blood pressure, stress response, electrolyte balance, and energy. When they malfunction, the effects reach every system in the body. Adrenal disorders are rare, frequently missed, and require specialist expertise to diagnose and manage correctly.
RareBut Serious Conditions
Conn’sLeading Reversible HTN Cause
CrisisPrevention is Lifesaving
CAHDedicated Clinic Available
Conditions We Specialise In
Adrenal Disorders We Diagnose & Treat
Cushing’s Syndrome
Addison’s Disease
Primary Hyperaldosteronism
Adrenal Incidentalomas
Pheochromocytoma
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Addison’s Disease
Primary Hyperaldosteronism
Adrenal Incidentalomas
Pheochromocytoma
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Warning Signs
Symptoms That Require Adrenal Evaluation
What We Offer
Specialist Adrenal Investigation & Management
Overnight DST & Salivary CortisolDexamethasone suppression and late-night salivary cortisol for Cushing’s syndrome screening
Plasma Renin & Aldosterone RatioSystematic screening for Conn’s syndrome in treatment-resistant hypertension
Plasma & Urinary MetanephrinesSensitive and specific biochemical testing to rule out pheochromocytoma
Adrenal Imaging InterpretationCT and MRI adrenal mass characterisation — coordinating with radiology for accurate reporting
Synacthen Stimulation TestAdrenal reserve assessment for suspected Addison’s disease and adrenal insufficiency
Dedicated CAH ClinicSpecialist management of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia — see our CAH Clinic service for details
Adrenal Crisis is a Medical EmergencyPatients with Addison’s disease or adrenal insufficiency must carry a Steroid Emergency Card and injectable hydrocortisone. Sudden collapse, vomiting, or severe weakness requires emergency care — do not wait.