renin

See also: Renin and renín

English

Etymology

reno- +‎ -in

Pronunciation

(UK) IPA^(key): /ˈɹiː.nɪn/
(US) IPA^(key): /ˈɹi.nɪn/, /ˈɹɛ.nɪn/

Noun

renin (countable and uncountable, plural renins)

(biochemistry) 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.

Synonyms

angiotensinogenase

Derived terms

renin-angiotensin system

Translations

enzyme

Finnish: reniini
Italian: renina (it) f
Spanish: renina f
Turkish: renin

See also

rennin

Anagrams

inner, niner

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