Angiotensin-converting enzyme
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An enzyme that converts the inactive form of the protein angiotensin (angiotensin I) to its active form—angiotensin II. Usually abbreviated as ACE.
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Angiotensin IIThe active form of the protein angiotensin, which raises blood pressure by narrowing blood vessels and causing the kidneys to store more sodium and water.
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Angiotensin IAn inactive form of the protein angiotensin. It is the precursor to the active form, angiotensin II.
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AngiotensinA protein that raises blood pressure by narrowing blood vessels and causing the kidneys to store more sodium and water.
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