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Table 2 Results of the ARR tests, posture stimulation test and captopril challenge test

From: Is primary aldosteronism a potential risk factor for aortic dissection? A case report and literature review

 

PAC (ng/dL)

DRC (mU/L)

ARR (ng/dl: mU/L)

Supine position

150.0

0.9

166.7

Upright position

175.0

2.9

60.3

Before captopril challenge

61.1

1.8

33.9

After captopril challenge

60.4

5.4

11.2

  1. PAC plasma aldosterone concentration, DRC direct renin concentration, ARR aldosterone-to-renin ratio
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BMC Endocrine Disorders

ISSN: 1472-6823

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