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A 55-year-old man comes to the clinic for evaluation of persistent high blood pressure despite compliance with antihypertensive therapy. His past medical history is also significant for type 2 diabetes mellitus. He has been taking lisinopril, amlodipine, and hydrochlorothiazide for the past six months. He reports starting lifestyle modifications and salt restriction. He does not smoke or drink alcohol. On review of systems, he reports morning headaches and excessive daytime fatigue. BMI is 36 kg/m2. Temperature is 36.7°C (98.1°F), blood pressure is 155/95 mmHg, pulse is 78/min, respiratory rate is 16/min, and oxygen saturation is 96% on room air. Physical examination is significant for obesity but is otherwise unremarkable. Laboratory results are shown below. Which of the following is the best next step in the evaluation of this patient’s hypertension?
| Laboratory value | Result |
| Hemoglobin | 17.2 g/dL |
| Leukocyte count | 6,500/mm3 |
| Platelet count | 350,000/mm3 |
| Sodium | 140 mEq/L |
| Potassium | 4.1 mEq/L |
| Chloride | 97 mEq/L |
| Bicarbonate | 24 mEq/L |
| Creatinine | 1.0 mg/dL |
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