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Flashcards in Kidney & Urinary tract function Deck (3)
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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