Plasma Renin
Renin is an enzyme released by kidney cells to calibrate blood pressure and fine-tune fluid balance.
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Physiological Reference Ranges
The ranges below represent standard adult physiological values. Your laboratory's printed reference range always takes precedence.
5 – 40 pg/mL
5 – 40 pg/mL
5 – 40 pg/mL
What does a low result mean?
A low level is commonly observed with higher dietary salt intake or specific blood pressure medications.
What does a high result mean?
A modest rise is a healthy compensatory response to low dietary sodium, sweating, or active physical exertion.
Questions ready for your doctor
Bring these questions to your next consultation to discuss with your healthcare practitioner:
- Could any of my current blood pressure medications affect this test?
- Does the aldosterone-to-renin ratio confirm healthy endocrine balance?
- Is a follow-up assessment indicated?
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