Angiotensin

Word ANGIOTENSIN
Character 11
Hyphenation N/A
Pronunciations /ændʒɪəʊˈtɛnsɪn/

Definitions and meanings of "Angiotensin"

What do we mean by angiotensin?

Any of three polypeptide hormones, designated I, II, and III, that function in controlling arterial blood pressure. noun

Any of several polypeptides that narrow blood vessels and thus regulate arterial pressure. noun

Any of several vasoconstrictor substances (trade name Hypertensin) that cause narrowing of blood vessels noun

Any of several polypeptides that narrow blood vessels and thus regulate arterial pressure.

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The word "angiotensin" in example sentences

Benicar blocks the actions of a hormone called angiotensin II to increase blood pressure. ❋ Unknown (2010)

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