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Aldosterone urine test is a test in which how much urinary excretion of aldosterone is there in a day or 24 hrs. is measured.
Aldosterone is a hormone which is secreted by adrenal glands and helps to control blood pressure by maintaining normal levels of potassium and sodium in the body.
Different names used to denote this test are:
The normal range of aldosterone in adults is 2 mcg-20 mcg/ 24 hr.
This test is usually done throughout the day and samples of urine are collected for a period of 24 hours in a container and the samples collected are stored in the refrigerator.
The following factors are to be considered as they may affect the test results:
The following health conditions may be present:
Following health conditions may be present:
Following medicines should be stopped a few days before the test as they might affect the test results:
There is a need to take 3 grams of sodium extra every day for at least 2 weeks before the test is done. Also, caffeinated drinks like coffee, cola, tea or licorice are to be avoided on the day of the test.
There are no risks to this test as it involves testing with normal urination only.
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