Sunday, August 1, 2021

Angiotensin-2

Q: Angiotensin-2 works by increasing which of the electrolyte in the cytoplasm? (select one)

A) Sodium
B) Potassium
C) Calcium
D) Magnesium
E) Phosphorus


Answer: C

The mechanism of action of Angiotensin II is known for more than four decades. Angiotensin II is part of the renin-aldosterone-angiotensin (RAAS) system. Angiotensin receptors i.e., AT1 & AT2 are G-coupled protein receptors and angiotensin-II as their ligand. Stimulation of AT1 & AT2 increases cytosolic calcium causing vasoconstriction. Moreover, it also increases aldosterone and vasopressin secretion.

#hemodynamics


References:

1. Catt KJ, Mendelsohn FA, Millan MA, Aguilera G. The role of angiotensin II receptors in vascular regulation. J Cardiovasc Pharmacol 1984; 6 Suppl 4:S575. 

2. Fyhrquist F, Metsärinne K, Tikkanen I. Role of angiotensin II in blood pressure regulation and in the pathophysiology of cardiovascular disorders. J Hum Hypertens. 1995 Nov;9 Suppl 5:S19-24. PMID: 8583476. 

3. Benigni A, Cassis P, Remuzzi G. Angiotensin II revisited: new roles in inflammation, immunology and aging. EMBO Mol Med. 2010;2(7):247-257. doi:10.1002/emmm.201000080 

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