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Human skin: source of and target organ for angiotensin II
27 Feb 2004
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The present study examined the expression of angiotensin receptors in human skin, the potential synthesis of angiotensin II (Ang II) in this location and looked for a first insight into physiological functions. AT1 and AT2 receptors were found within the epidermis and in dermal vessel walls. The same expression pattern was found for angiotensinogen, renin and angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE). All components...
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