This test will determine the level of renin in the blood. Renin is a hormone produced by the kidneys. It keeps under control the production of another hormone called aldosterone, which is produced by the adrenal glands. These are two small glands located above the kidneys. Aldosterone keeps blood pressure under control and helps maintain healthy amounts of potassium and sodium in the body.
If renin And/or aldosterone levels are not normal and can be a symptom of adrenal disease. Because these two hormones function together, aldosterone testing is often done at the same time. a renin test.
Other names: renin blood test, plasma renin Activity (PRA) Aldosterone – Paralysis Ratio (ARR).
What is it used for?
A renin test (or renin The Aldosterontest (PRA and Aldosterontest) is used to determine whether the adrenal glands produce very large or very small amounts of aldosterone.
This test is even more useful when diagnosing primary aldosterone (PA), a disease caused by very large amounts of aldosterone. PA, also known as primary hyperaldosteronism or CONN syndrome, causes hypertension. If this condition remains untreated, hypertension increases the risk of heart attack, heart attack, and renal failure.
Why do I need a renin test?
You may need a renin Make sure that high blood pressure is set for you, especially if you do not respond adequately to normal blood pressure medications. Analysis can indicate if PA is the cause of this condition.
Since PA can be caused by a layer of potassium content, this test may also be necessary if there are signs of a layer of potassium content. These include
What happens during a renin test?
The caregiver draws a blood sample from a vein in the arm with the help of a small needle. After the needle is inserted, a small amount of blood is collected in a tube or vial. A small burning sensation is felt as the needle goes in and out. It usually does not take more than 5 minutes.
Do I need to make anything in preparation for this test?
You will be asked to stop taking certain medications 2-4 weeks before the test. These include
- birth control pills
- blood pressure pills
- diuretics (water pills).
You can also be asked to follow a low-salt diet 3 days before the test.
Were there any risks associated with this test?
The risks of blood testing are very minimal. In the area where the needle is inserted, slight pain and bruising may occur, but most signs are fast.
What do the results mean?
If the results show that the amount needed is higher than normal. of renin It may mean you:
- Addison’s disease, a condition in which the adrenal glands do not produce the required number of certain hormones
- Liver cirrhosis, scarring of the liver.
- Dehydration
If the total indicates that it is lower than normal of renin It may mean you:
- Primary aldosterone (PA)
- Kidney Disease
Most often, your renin The test results are compared to the aldosterone test results. These results may indicate one of the following.
- Lower than normal renin / lower than normal aldosterone. This may mean that the patient has Cushing’s syndrome, a condition in which the adrenal glands produce very large amounts of the hormone cortisol.
- Lower than normal renin / Higher than normal aldosterone. This can mean that the father has.
- Higher than normal renin / lower than normal aldosterone. This may mean you have Addison’s disease.
- Higher than normal renin / Higher than normal aldosterone. This means you have recidant aldosteronism. In this condition, a disease in another part of the body ensures that the adrenal glands produce very large amounts of aldosterone. These disorders include heart disease, liver damage, and kidney damage.
Depending on the results, your physician may recommend your medications or dietary and lifestyle adjustments to cure your condition.
If you have questions about your results, discuss them with your own care provider.
Is there really anything else I should know? a renin test?
There is no need to eat the drops at least two weeks before the test, as the drops could affect the test results. However, only actual drops derived from the licorice plant will have this effect. The vast majority of drops sold in the U.S. do not contain actual drops. Indeed, check the package label.
Supplied by MedlinePlus from the State Medical Library.
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