Mesh term Renin
Browse to parent terms:Aspartic Acid Endopeptidases
Proprotein Convertases
Description
A highly specific (Leu-Leu) endopeptidase that generates ANGIOTENSIN I from its precursor ANGIOTENSINOGEN, leading to a cascade of reactions which elevate BLOOD PRESSURE and increase sodium retention by the kidney in the RENIN-ANGIOTENSIN SYSTEM. The enzyme was formerly listed as EC 3.4.99.19.Search for this term in our Faculty Database
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