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Pheochromocytoma
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Diagnosis & Tests
How is the disease diagnosed?
The history of symptoms and the physical exam will make a healthcare provider suspect a pheochromocytoma. The tumor is often found in people with very high blood pressure. Urine tests are usually done to help confirm the elevated levels of adrenaline-like hormones. An abdominal CT scan or other imaging test is done to locate the tumor.