Pheochromocytoma often causes sudden high blood pressure, if not controlled in pheochromocytoma can cause many life-threatening complications.

Aldosterone is a salt-water metabolic corticoid secreted by the adrenal cortex that regulates blood pressure. Aldosterone blood test is important in diagnosing many diseases related to the liver and kidneys.

With proper treatment, and additional precautions, people with adrenal insufficiency can live active lives, and have a normal life expectancy.