Nighttime Hormones Reveal Hidden Hypertension | Science News

New research reveals that primary aldosteronism—often missed in standard blood pressure screenings—may be behind up to 20% of high blood pressure cases, with a critical clue hidden in nighttime hormone spikes. Traditional tests ignore these nocturnal surges, but a breakthrough wearable device now tracks hormone levels every 20 minutes at home, capturing bursts of aldosterone—especially when caused by one adrenal gland. This 24-hour rhythm monitoring could revolutionize diagnosis, shifting from single blood draws to catching the vital overnight patterns that unlock earlier detection and better treatment. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260913081916.htm More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f8a4a5f0dcf4e33f Report issues to [email protected].