Prenatal exposure to angiotensin II increases blood pressure and decreases salt sensitivity in rats
Renin angiotensin aldosterone system (RAAS) plays an essential role in the homeostatic control of arterial blood pressure, perfusion of tissues, and control of extracellular fluid. Its components are highly expressed in the developing kidney, general vasculature, brain, and heart. A modified intraut...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Taylor & Francis Group
2017-08-01
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Series: | Clinical and Experimental Hypertension |
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Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10641963.2016.1226887 |