Biochemistry Diseases (Chapters 27-52)

Due to autonomous excessive secretion of aldosterone the renin level is low.1,4,5 Primary hyperaldosteronism is mostly seen in middle-aged and older cats.6. A mineralocorticoid excess causes increased sodium retention and an increased potassium excretion. The former can lead to systemic arterial hypertension, and a. potassium deficiency. in the ... ................
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