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Renin is not released by hepatocytes in the liver. Renin is released from juxtaglomerular cells in the kidneys. This converts angiotensinogen (which is produced by the liver) into angiotensin I.
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c
Hepatocytes
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These cells cleave angiotensin 1 into angiotensin 2 through the action of angiotensin converting enzyme ACE).
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d
Lung endothelial cells
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The macula densa is a collection of cells which sense the concentration of sodium in the distal convoluted tubule and signal to the juxtaglomerular cells to release renin.
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e
Macula densa
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Peritubular cells are the site of erythropoietin (EPO) synthesis which stimulates red blood cell production. It does not release renin.
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b
Peritubular cells
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The juxtaglomerular cells are derived from smooth muscle cells in the afferent arteriole and contain granules with the enzyme renin. In response to low sodium, renin indirectly increases vascular tone and sodium reabsorption to increase blood pressure.
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a
Juxtaglomerular cells
Concept
Chapter
2693
5771
Tubuloglomerular feedback
Topic
168
Renal Physiology
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Which of the following cells is renin released from?
a