The aldosterone-renin ratio (ARR) has gained popularity as a screening test for primary hyperaldosteronism, a probably underdiagnosed cause of hypertension. However, studies have yielded varying ...

Primary aldosteronism treatment response was associated with higher plasma renin activity and serum potassium levels and lower aldosterone.

A study investigated the use of a telmisartan suppression test to diagnose primary hyperaldosteronism in cats. Telmisartan is a medication that can suppress aldosterone secretion. The results ...

Primary hyperaldosteronism ... hormonal and biochemical abnormalities Timely diagnosis using genetic tests might enhance the success of therapies that target the underlying defects and thus ...

It is curable with surgery. Primary hyperaldosteronism occurs when the adrenal gland produces too much of the steroid hormone aldosterone, which helps to control blood pressure. Primary ...