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Results 1 - 4 of 4 for Angiotensin II
  1. ... provides instructions for making a protein called the angiotensin II receptor type 1 (AT1 receptor). This protein is ... the renin-angiotensin system produces a molecule called angiotensin II, which attaches (binds) to the AT1 receptor, stimulating ...
  2. ... the angiotensin-converting enzyme converts this protein to angiotensin II. Angiotensin II causes blood vessels to narrow (constrict), which results ... the proximal tubules, and other tissues. In addition, angiotensin II may play a more direct role in kidney ...
  3. ... an additional step, angiotensin I is converted to angiotensin II. Angiotensin II causes blood vessels to narrow (constrict), which results in increased blood pressure. Angiotensin II also stimulates production of the hormone aldosterone, which ...
  4. ... an additional step, angiotensin I is converted to angiotensin II. Angiotensin II causes blood vessels to narrow (constrict), which results ... the proximal tubules, and other tissues. In addition, angiotensin II may play a more direct role in kidney ...