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A 48-year-old man comes to the physician for a routine health maintenance examination. He feels well. He has a history of elevated blood pressure, and at his last visit he was advised to begin an appropriate diet and exercise program. He takes no medications. He does not smoke cigarettes, drink alcohol, or use illicit drugs. He weighs 92 kg (203 lbs.) and is 178 cm (70 in) tall; BMI is 29 kg/m2. His pulse is 92/min and blood pressure is 148/88 mm Hg. Physical examination shows no abnormalities. Serum electrolyte levels, complete blood count, and cholesterol levels are within normal limits. Which of the following screening tests is most appropriate in this patient?
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