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1. Measurement of the AARR = screening test. 1. Study visit. Stop of beta-blocker intake after 1. study visit 2-6 weeks interval between 1. and 2. study vist. 2. Measurement of the AARR and SIT. 2. Study visit. Primary aldosteronism. Other forms of hypertension.
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1. Measurement of the AARR = screening test 1. Study visit Stop of beta-blocker intake after 1. study visit 2-6 weeks interval between 1. and 2. study vist 2. Measurement of the AARR and SIT 2. Study visit Primary aldosteronism Other forms of hypertension Diagnostic criteria for other forms of hypertension: All patients, who do not fulfil the criteria for primary aldosteronism Diagnostic criteria for primary aldosteronism: At least one AARR of ≥ 5.7 ng/dL/ng/L including an aldosterone level of ≥ 9 ng/dL plus Aldosterone concentrations of ≥ 10 ng/dL after the SIT