Which of the following best describes renin? is a protein that is unable to secr

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Which of the following best describes renin?

is a protein that is unable to secreted in the urine

is release by the adrenal gland in response to high blood pressure

is only released when the renal threshold for glucose has been reached

is and enzyme released by the juxtaglomerular apparatus as a result of low blood volume

is a protein that is unable to secreted in the urine

is release by the adrenal gland in response to high blood pressure

is only released when the renal threshold for glucose has been reached

is and enzyme released by the juxtaglomerular apparatus as a result of low blood volume

Explanation / Answer

D will be the ans. Reason : renin initiates enzymatic cascade generating the angiotensin peptides that regulate blood pressure, cell growth, apoptosis and electrolyte balance. Renin is rate limiting in the production of angiotensin II which intigrates cardiovascular and renal function in the control of blood pressure as well as salt and volume homeostasis.Renin is important for maintaining arterial blood pressure when it is lower down. Renin is secreted from juxtaglomerular cells of kidney.

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