The relationship between the renin-angiotension-aldosterone system and the sympathetic nervous system is being explored in electrolyte abnormalities. We have reported that epinephrine infusions in physiological amounts result in rapid movement of K from plasma to intracellular fluid. These observations have stimulated an attempt to study the possibility that changes in plasma catecholamines may be correlated with serum K abnormalities in patients with hypo and hyperkalemia.

Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
Budget End
Support Year
24
Fiscal Year
1989
Total Cost
Indirect Cost
Name
Upstate Medical University
Department
Type
DUNS #
058889106
City
Syracuse
State
NY
Country
United States
Zip Code
13210
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