Test Directory
Renin
Containers - Adult
![]() Red/Pink Cap
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Volume Range
2.7 ml
Additive per Container
Potassium EDTA |
Containers - Child
![]() Pink Cap - Paediatric
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Volume Range
2.0 ml
Additive per Container
Potassium EDTA |
Reference ranges
Adult ranges for renin:
Supine (at least 30 min) 5 - 40 mIU/L
Erect (at least 1 h), 16 - 63 mIU/L
Sitting (at least 15 min), 5 - 45 mIU/L
Paediatric Renin (PRC) supine reference range:
Neonates <1 week: range not available
Infants 1 week – 1 month: 10 – 450 mIU/L
Children 1 month – 10 years: 8 – 200 mIU/L
Children 10 years – 16 years: 8 – 70 mIU/L
Laboratory Site
RIE
51 Little France Crescent
Old Dalkeith Road
Edinburgh
EH16 4SA
Old Dalkeith Road
Edinburgh
EH16 4SA
Telephone (Biochemistry): 0131 242 6806
Transport arrangements
Sample should be received in the laboratory on the same day of collection.
Sample storage arrangements
Do not refrigerate samples.
Special instructions for collection
Please note any relevant drug history.
Anticipated turnaround
10 days
Static information/disclaimer
General additional information
See entry for aldo:renin ratio for investigation of possible primary aldosteronism.
A single red cap (EDTA) tube filled to the line (2.7 mL) is sufficient for both renin and aldosterone tests.