One difference between an MA and MS degree that some students donât think of is whether the degree is a terminal one. A terminal degree is the highest type of degree that an individual can receive in his or her field. An MA is usually a terminal degree, while an MS degree prepares students for working on their doctoral degrees later.
Aldosterone secretion is controlled by the RAA system and by concentrations of K+ in the circulation, which if increased evokes secretion of aldosterone.
Why It Is Done. An aldosterone test is done to: 1  Measure the amount of aldosterone released into the body by the adrenal glands. 2  Check for a tumor in the adrenal glands. 3  Find the cause of high blood pressure or low blood potassium levels.igh levels of both renin and aldosterone are normally present when the body is trying to conserve fluid and salt (sodium). When a tumor that makes aldosterone is present, your aldosterone level will be high while a renin level will be low. Usually a renin activity test is done when the aldosterone level is measured.