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Renin-Angiotensin System
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Endocrinology Mind Map on Renin-Angiotensin System, created by maisie_oj on 23/04/2013.
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Renin-Angiotensin System
Functions
Controls Ion copositin of the blood (via stimulation of aldosterone secretion)
Increases water reabsorption in distal convoluted tubule
Increases blood volume
Increases blood volume
By increased water reabsorption (distal convuluted tubule - via aldosterone)
Causes vasoconstriction in arterioles
Throughout the day the blood volume remains within a normal range and doesnt change from this despite intake of fluids
Function of kidneys removing excess fluid
If blood volume begins to drop this is reversed by an increased reabsorption of water by the kidneys
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