Hypoaldosteronism diagnostic criteria
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief:
Overview
There are no established criteria for the diagnosis of hypoaldosteronism.
Diagnostic Criteria
- There is no established criteria for the diagnosis of hypoaldosteronism. However, patients with suspected hypoaldosteronism should be tested for underlying diabetes, chronic kidney disease, serum mineralocorticoid, corticosteroid and androgen level. Patients with family history of hypoaldosteronism should also be checked for CYP11B2 and mutations in aldosterone receptor genes. Complete history should be obtained regarding drug use such as NSAID, ACEi, B blockers, heparin, calcineurin inhibitors.