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angiotensinogen

Definition:
An alpha-globulin of about 453 amino acids, depending on the species. It is produced by the liver and secreted into blood circulation. Angiotensinogen is the inactive precursor of natural angiotensins. Upon successive enzyme cleavages, angiotensinogen yields angiotensin I, II, and III with amino acids numbered at 10, 8, and 7, respectively.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
  • hypertensinogen
  • proangiotensin
  • renin substrate tetradecapeptide
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/8878
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