Kidney & Urinary tract function Flashcards
1
Q
What cells in the kidney detect low blood pressure and then excrete renin?
A
Macula Densa cells
2
Q
In what organ is angiotensin converting enzyme located and what does it do?
A
The lungs, converts angiotensin I to angiotensin II
3
Q
What related hormones are released once angiotensin II is converted?
A
ADH, aldosterone and prostaglandins
