This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Endocrinology and Reproduction, Subject name: Physiology
Excessive production of aldosterone results in: 
Select and explain. 
A. Metabolic acidosis, B. Severe hypotension, C. Potassium retention, D. Depressed plasma renin
D: Depressed plasma renin
Answer: D: Depressed plasma renin 
Explanation: Ans. (d) Depressed plasma renin(Ref: Ganong, 25th ed/p.362)Primary Hyperaldosteronism is characterized by suppression of renin levels because of ECF volume expansion