Why the study?
Does administration of aldosterone or progesterone alter angiotensin-forming enzyme activity in brain tissue?
Does administration of aldosterone or progesterone alter angiotensin-forming enzyme activity in brain tissue?
This study demonstrates the presence of a brain-specific renin-like enzyme whose activity is modulated by aldosterone and progesterone.
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No immediate clinical implications; leaves open translation to human brain RAS regulation.
Ganten et al. (1971) studied this question.
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