Renin, active

Never store at 4°C | We recommend the simultaneous analysis of aldosterone. | No post prescription possible. | The following drugs influence the level of renin. They should be stopped one week prior to blood sampling (drugs in bold, 4 weeks).
elevated measurement values due to: Aldosterone antagonists (Spironolactone, Drospirenone), angiotensin 2 receptor blockers, potassium-saving diuretics (Amiloride, Eplerenone, Triamterene), ACE inhibitors, calcium channel inhibitors (Dihydropyridine), renin inhibitors, loop diuretics
lower measurement values due to: beta-blockers, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID), central alpha2 agonists (Clonidine, alpha-Methyldopa)