renin

See also: Renin and renín

English

Etymology

reno- +‎ -in

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈɹɛ.nɪn/
• Rhymes: -ɛnɪn

Noun

renin (countable and uncountable, plural renins)

1. (biochemistry) A circulating enzyme released by mammalian kidneys that converts angiotensinogen to angiotensin-I. Because its activity ultimately leads to formation of angiotensin-II and aldosterone, this hormone plays a role in maintaining blood pressure.

Synonyms

• angiotensinogenase

Translations

enzyme

• Italian: renina (it) f
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• Spanish: renina f

See also

• rennin

Anagrams

• inner, niner