A 35-year-old man presents with episodic weakness, headaches, and sweating. His blood pressure fluctuates significantly. Which initial investigation i...

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A 35-year-old man presents with episodic weakness, headaches, and sweating. His blood pressure fluctuates significantly. Which initial investigation is most appropriate?

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Plasma/urinary metanephrines

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Serum cortisol levels

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Overnight dexamethasone suppression test

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MRI of the adrenals

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Thyroid function tests

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Endocrinology

A 35-year-old man presents with episodic weakness, headaches, and sweating. His blood pressure fluctuates significantly. Which initial investigation is most appropriate?