Abstract
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The effect of lithium chloride treatment on adrenocortical function was studied. Rats given lithium orally for 2 weeks demonstrated elevated AM “resting” plasma corticosterone levels compared to saline-treated controls. There was increased plasma corticosterone 2 hr after a single lithium injection. Dexamethasone blocked the lithium-stimulated adrenal response in chronically treated rats.
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