Aldosterone/Plasma Renin Direct Ratio Test and Its Price in India

Aldosterone (ALD) is a hormone released by the adrenal glands that manage blood pressure and electrolytes (sodium and potassium) levels. On the other hand, the renin enzyme controls the production of the aldosterone hormone.

The aldosterone/ Plasma Renin Direct Ratio (ARR) test determines the level of aldosterone and renin in the blood and the ratio of aldosterone and renin. The ratio confirms whether there is a deficiency or excess of aldosterone and renin in the blood. It diagnoses Conn syndrome (primary aldosteronism)

Why is Aldosterone/Plasma Renin Direct Ratio test done?

It is prescribed to patients who have

• Hypertension
• Low potassium level
• Taking treatment for hypertension but BP is uncontrollable.
• Symptoms like headache, high blood pressure, weakness, dehydration, joint pain, stomach ache, etc.

Sample Required

Blood sample

What kind of preparation and precaution is required?

To avoid any interference in the result, before the test, the doctor will guide you on the things that need to be taken into account i.e. medicines, intake of sodium, and potassium.

Result

The result pinpoints the ratio of aldosterone and renin, whether the patient suffers from Conn syndrome or not.