Primary aldosteronism positive test

Black race increases primary aldosteronism positive test in humans (22% higher odds, P<0.001).

“Black participants had 22% higher odds of a positive test than White participants (P<0.001).”

HumansBlack vs White participants

Impact of Age, Sex, and Race on Primary Aldosteronism Test Interpretations

Hypertension (Dallas, Tex. : 1979)·10 Dec 2025

Older age increases primary aldosteronism positive test in humans (19% higher odds, P=0.002).

“participants ≥70 years old had 19% higher odds of a positive test than those <50 years old (P=0.002)”

Humans

Impact of Age, Sex, and Race on Primary Aldosteronism Test Interpretations

Hypertension (Dallas, Tex. : 1979)·10 Dec 2025