The adrenal cocktail, also known as the adrenal stress index, is a blood test that measures the level of two adrenal hormones: cortisol and DHEA. This test is used to diagnose adrenal insufficiency, a condition in which the adrenal glands do not produce enough cortisol.

The adrenal cocktail test is performed by drawing a blood sample and measuring the level of cortisol and DHEA. A high level of cortisol indicates that the adrenal glands are working properly. A low level …