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Adrenal & thyroid function

I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism. I suspect I may also have undiagnosed adrenal issue. I have only had an am cortisol test done once through my conventional doctor (GP) which came back within the reference range. Has anyone had a 4 point saliva test done through a naturopathic doctor? Has anyone as a result been successfully treated for both hypothyroidism and adrenal insufficiency? If so, how? Please note I am due for bloodwork for my thyroid (TSH, Free T4, Free T3) early July. Thanks.
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4274823 tn?1388529098
I saw the nurse practitioner at the doctor's office yesterday. She added the following tests to the lab req for early July: folic acid, calcium, and albumin. It already included TSH, Free T4, Free T3, vitamin B12, and ferretin (iron stores).
I have been having nocturnal calf cramps again recently.
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4274823 tn?1388529098
Thank you for your reply. Please note I don't think I have adrenal insufficiency, but I do believe my adrenals are not functioning optimally. I know for a fact that I do have hypothyroidism. I am still trying to support my system without conventional thyroid medication. I am curious to learn what my thyroid levels are in early July.
Just pondering what other tests might be good to have done.
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I don't know if those are effected directly by the adrenals.

Chloride no.. That is often low when you are fasting.

Sodium and potassium are regulated by the adrenals.
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4274823 tn?1388529098
Do you know if magnesium and chloride also important to adrenal function?
You mentioned potassium and sodium. Thanks.
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4274823 tn?1388529098
OK, thanks. You do know those tests are not recent.
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Your tests looked normal.  If it was adrenal your sodium and potassium would be higher or lower..
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