There are 86 calories in 1 small Roasted Broiled or Baked Chicken Drumstick. Calorie breakdown: 48% fat, 0% carbs, 52% protein.
*Also causes hyposecretion of cortisol (which is also made in the adrenal cortex) Renin: Stimulation of Aldosterone Release *Renin is an enzyme released by the kidneys
High aldosterone levels can be caused by: 1  A tumor in the adrenal glands ( Conn's syndrome 2  ). Kidney disease. 3  Liver disease. 4  Heart failure. 5  Dehydration. 6  A condition during pregnancy that causes high blood pressure ( preeclampsia ).