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
Hyperaldosteronism is associated with all except: 
Select and explain. 
A. Hypernatremia, B. Hypokalemia, C. Hypertension, D. Metabolic acidosis
D: Metabolic acidosis
Answer: D: Metabolic acidosis 
Explanation: Ans. (d) Metabolic acidosis(Ref: Ganong, 25th ed/p.370)Clinical consequences of excess aldosterone are,#Sodium and water retention leading to expansion of ECF volume and hypertension#Excess potassium excretion by kidney (K+ loss)#Excessive urinary excretion of H+ ion leading to metabolic alkalosis