Meaning Of The Word Angiotensin

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angiotensin in American English
a polypeptide that is a powerful vasopressor, formed in the blood by the action of renin on a plasma protein
noun: any of three oligopeptides occurring in plasma, an inactive form (angiotensin I) and two varieties (angiotensin II and angiotensin III) that elevate blood pressure and stimulate the adrenal cortex to secrete aldosterone

angiotensin in British English
noun: a peptide of physiological importance that is capable of causing constriction of blood vessels, which raises blood pressure

angiotensin in the Pharmaceutical Industry
noun: The angiotensins are vasoconstrictor hormones formed by the action of renin on angiotensinogen. Angiotensins stimulate the production of aldosterone.

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