Multivariate analysis of covariates determining plasma renin in individuals treated with an ACE inhibitor and/or a diuretic
| β coefficent | p value | |
|---|---|---|
| Sex (malev female) | +5.53 | 0.43 |
| Age (per year) | +0.47 | 0.33 |
| Systolic blood pressure (per mm Hg) | −0.39 | 0.02 |
| Fractional shortening (per %) | +0.47 | 0.23 |
| Myocardial infarction (yes vno) | +5.9 | 0.74 |
| β Blocker (yesvno) | −20.23 | 0.007 |
Only subjects treated with ACE inhibitors, diuretics, or the combination of both were included. The addition of a β blocker was related to a substantial decrease of renin that was independent of all covariates tested.