renin (English, noun)
expansion: renin (countable and uncountable, plural renins)
Senses:
topics: biochemistry
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glosses: A circulating enzyme released by mammalian kidneys that converts angiotensinogen to angiotensin I. Due to its activity which ultimately leads to the formation of angiotensin II and aldosterone, this hormone plays a role in maintaining blood pressure.
tags: countable
uncountable
Forms:
form: renins
tags: plural