Abnormal response to endocrine stimulation test Abnormal response to ACTH stimulation test 2017-05-28T23:15:41Z An anomalous response to stimulation by administration of the adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH). ACTH stimulation normally stimulates the adrenal glands to release cortisol and adrenaline. Corticotropin is another term for ACTH. Abnormal response to corticotropin stimulation test Abnormal response to adrenocorticotropic-hormone stimulation test