Which of the following effects is NOT SEEN in primary hyperaldosteronism (Conn's syndrome)?
Hypertension
Metabolic Alkalosis
Hyperkalemia
Expansion of Extracellular and Plasma volume
c. Hyperkalemia(Ref: Nelson's 20/e p 2227-2729, Ghai 8/e p 525)Primary aldosteronism encompasses disorders caused by excessive aldosterone secretion independent of the renin angiotensin system. These disorders are characterized by hypertension and hypokalemia.
Endocrinology