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AGT

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Renin Angiotensin Aldosterone System

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COVID and the ACE-2 surface protein

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Sodium Regulation: Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System (RAAS)

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Epidemiology Final A critique on Nasal Gene Expression of Angiotensin Converting

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How do ACE inhibitors work?

Angiotensin is a peptide hormone that causes vasoconstriction and an increase in blood pressure. It is part of the renin–angiotensin system, which regulates blood pressure. Angiotensin also stimulates the release of aldosterone from the adrenal cortex to promote sodium retention by the kidneys.