renin
IPA: rˈinʌn
noun
- (biochemistry) A circulating enzyme released by mammalian kidneys that converts angiotensinogen to angiotensin I. Due to its activity which ultimately leads to the formation of angiotensin II and aldosterone, this hormone plays a role in maintaining blood pressure.
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Examples of "renin" in Sentences
- Renin angiotensin aldosterone system.
- Renin but not aldosterone is elevated.
- Renin elevation is another risk factor.
- The role of the renin angiotensin system.
- This activates the renin angiotensin system.
- Renin stimulates the production of angiotensin.
- Angiotensinogen is also known as renin substrate.
- This is measured by the plasma renin activity PRA .
- Aldosterone is part of the renin angiotensin system.
- Also, the reference for renin inhibitors is an unreliable source.
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