Meaning Of The Word Renin

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renin in American English
a proteolytic enzyme, formed in the kidneys, that helps produce angiotensin, which is a powerful pressor responsible for hypertension
noun: a proteolytic enzyme secreted by the kidneys that is involved in the release of angiotensin

renin in British English
noun: a proteolytic enzyme secreted by the kidneys, which plays an important part in the maintenance of blood pressure

renin in the Pharmaceutical Industry
noun: Renin is an enzyme secreted by the kidneys which plays an important part in the maintenance of blood pressure by activating angiotensin.

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