Test directory: Aldosterone/Renin Activity Ratio

Ordering Code7749
Test NameAldosterone/Renin Activity Ratio
Preferred SpecimenPlasma
Preferred ContainerEDTA, K2 (Lavender)
Optimum Volume2 mL
Collection InstructionsCollect a mid-morning blood sample after patient has been upright (sitting, standing, or walking) for a minimum of 2 hours, then have them sit 5-15 mins prior to collection.
Handling InstructionsCentrifuge and separate plasma at ambient temperature and
FREEZE immediately.
Transport RequirementsOahu: Frozen
Airline: Frozen
Specimen StabilityAmbient: 24 Hours
Refrigerated: 24 Hours
Frozen: 28 Days
Rejection CriteriaPlasma collected in plasma separator tube, Moderate to gross hemolysis, Received thawed
Avail. StatNO
Analytic Time7 Days
MethodologyChromatography/Mass Spectrometry
Reference Lab Quest Diagnostic Lab-NI

Reference range(s)

The reference ranges listed below are valid on this date of April 26, 2024.
ComponentAgeMale NormMale Critical LowMale Critical HighFemale NormFemale Critical HighFemale Critical LowUnitsAdd'l info
AldosteroneALLSee report.
Aldosterone/PRA RatioALLSee report.
Plasma Renin ActivityALLSee report.