Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology Plus Mastering A&P with eText - Access Card Package (10th Edition) (New A&P Titles by Ric Martini and Judi Nath)
Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology Plus Mastering A&P with eText - Access Card Package (10th Edition) (New A&P Titles by Ric Martini and Judi Nath)
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ISBN: 9780321908599
Author: Frederic H. Martini, Judi L. Nath, Edwin F. Bartholomew
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 18, Problem 28CP
Summary Introduction

To discuss:

The action of renin in bloodstream.

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Renin is an enzyme or may act as hormone and it is released by kidney cells called juxtaglomerular cells. The primary function of renin is to increase the blood pressure.

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