| angiotensin |
A chemical the body produces that causes the arterioles to constrict.
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| angiotensin |
This compound activates production of aldosterone. Production of angiotensin is controlled by RENIN.
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| angiotensin-converting enzyme i.’s |
competitive inhibitors of peptidyl-dipeptidase A (angiotensin-converting enzyme), used for treatment of hypertension, usually in conjunction with a diuretic. They are effective in both renovascular and essential low-renin hypertension. They are also used as vasodilators in the treatment of congestive heart failure. Called also ACE i's.
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| angiotensinogen |
a serum α2-globulin secreted in the liver and produced in many organs, which is cleaved by renin to give rise to angiotensin I. Called also renin substrate.
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