ALDOSTERONE / PLASMA RENIN DIRECT RATIO

This ratio can be used as a screening test in cases of severe hypertension. The ratio allows detection of cases of Primary Aldosteronism in normokalemic patients.

  • Pre-test Information:

    Overnight fasting is preferred. Patient should be ambulatory or upright 2 houprior to the test

  • Report Delivery:

    Sample by Tue/Fri 9 am; Report Same day