The measurement of cortisol levels in the blood pregnant trimester iii with elisa (Enzyme linked immunosorbent assay ) method

Abstract

Background: During pregnancy, maternal cortisol increases 2-4 times. Every type of body response in the form of stress, both physical and psychological stress can increase ACTH secretion, which in turn can increase cortisol levels. Methods: This study uses quasi experimental / quasi experimental one group design pre and post test design with group control. The sample in this study was 24 respondents. . Cortisol level examination tool uses a microplate reader with the ELISA examination method. Results: There was a significant difference (p = 0.000