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Clonidine Suppression TestAka: Clonidine Suppression

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  1. Indications
    1. Pheochromocytoma evaluation
  2. Technique
    1. Obtain initial plasma Catecholamines
    2. Administer oral Clonidine dose
    3. Recheck plasma Catecholamines after Clonidine
  3. Interpretation
    1. Catecholamines normally suppressed after Clonidine
    2. Catecholamines not suppressed in Pheochromocytoma

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