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Figure 3. This algorithm suggests tests that are used for screening, confirmation, and localization of aldosterone-producing tumors. To convert aldosterone values to pmol/L, multiply by 27.744; to convert urinary aldosterone excretion to nmol/d, multiply by 2.774; to convert 18-hydroxycorticosterone values to nmol/L, multiply by 0.0276. If there is more than one item, follow the respective numbers throughout the algorithm. CT = computed tomography; MRI = magnetic resonance imaging.
Figure 3. This algorithm suggests tests that are used for screening, confirmation, and localization of aldosterone-producing tumors. To convert aldosterone values to pmol/L, multiply by 27.744; to convert urinary aldosterone excretion to nmol/d, multiply by 2.774; to convert 18-hydroxycorticosterone values to nmol/L, multiply by 0.0276. If there is more than one item, follow the respective numbers throughout the algorithm. CT = computed tomography; MRI = magnetic resonance imaging. Diagnostic algorithm for primary hyperaldosteronism.

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