9 Questions
What is the clinical use of ACE inhibitors?
Antihypertensive
What is the function of the Renin-Angiotensin System?
It regulates arterial blood pressure and plasma sodium concentration
Which enzyme is blocked to achieve the advantages of blocking RAAS?
Angiotensin Converting Enzyme
Which of the following is not an advantage of blocking RAAS?
Increase in renal protein loss
What does Renin do in the Renin-Angiotensin System?
It converts Angiotensin I to Angiotensin II
Which of the following is NOT a potential advantage of blocking RAAS?
Increased incidence of diabetes
What happens when the blood supply to the glomerulus decreases?
Renin is released, which converts Angiotensin I to Angiotensin II
Which of the following is NOT an inhibitor of RAS?
Amlodipine
Which of the following is a renin-inhibitor?
Aliskiren
Study Notes
Test your knowledge on the Renin-Angiotensin system with our quiz! Learn about the components and functions of this important regulatory system for arterial blood pressure and plasma sodium concentration. Challenge yourself with questions on renin, angiotensin I and II, and angiotensin-converting enzyme. Sharpen your understanding of how the Renin-Angiotensin system contributes to vascular resistance and arterial pressure.
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