Effects of Two Soluble ACE2-Fc Variants on Blood Pressure and Albuminuria in Hypertensive Mice: Research Letter
Background: Angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) hydrolyzes angiotensin (Ang) II to Ang-(1-7), promoting vasodilatation, and inhibiting oxidative stress and inflammation. Plasma membrane ACE2 is the receptor for all known SARS-CoV-2 (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2) viral variants....
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SAGE Publishing
2023-10-01
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Series: | Canadian Journal of Kidney Health and Disease |
Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1177/20543581231207146 |