angiotensin : Idioms & Phrases


angiotensin converting enzyme

  • noun proteolytic enzyme that converts angiotensin I into angiotensin II
    ACE; angiotensin converting enzyme.
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angiotensin i

  • noun a physiologically inactive form of angiotensin that is the precursor to angiotensin II
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angiotensin ii

  • noun a potent vasopressor agent formed from angiotensin I
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angiotensin ii inhibitor

  • noun an agent that retards or restrains the action of angiotensin II
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angiotensin-converting enzyme

  • noun proteolytic enzyme that converts angiotensin I into angiotensin II
    ACE; angiotensin converting enzyme.
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angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor

  • noun an antihypertensive drug that blocks the formation of angiotensin II in the kidney, leading to relaxation of the arteries; promotes the excretion of salt and water by inhibiting the activity of the angiotensin converting enzyme; also used to treat congestive heart failure
    ACE inhibitor.
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