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Introduction
(pronounced /ˈriːnɨn/ REE-nin) is also known as angiotensinogenase, a monospecific enzyme that participates in the body's renin-angiotensin system (RAS). Renin is responsible for catalyzing the rate-limiting step in the synthesis of angiotensin II. Once renin and pro-renin bind to the pro-renin receptor, there is an increased enzymatic activity and additional physiological effects. [1]
Structure
Renin belongs in the family called aspartic proteases because they use an aspartate residue for catalysis of their peptide substrate.Cite error: Invalid <ref>
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Biochemistry
Renin is an aspartyl protease. [2]
Function
Renin plays a key role in the Renin-Angiotension sysmtem (RAS). This system is responsible for the control of blood pressure and salt balances in mammals.
References
- ↑ Gradman AH, Kad R. Renin inhibition in hypertension. J Am Coll Cardiol. 2008 Feb 5;51(5):519-28. PMID:18237679 doi:10.1016/j.jacc.2007.10.027
- ↑ Inagami T. Structure and function of renin. J Hypertens Suppl. 1989 Apr;7(2):S3-8. PMID:2666611