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(Journal Article): A Critical Appraisal of the Intrinsic Pancreatic Angiotensin-Generating System
Sernia C (Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, University of Queensland. Queensland, Australia,
c.sernia@mailbox.uq.edu.au
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JOP. J Pancreas (Online)
2001; 02(1):50-55
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ABSTRACT: The pancreas is a relative newcomer to the stable of tissues with an intrinsic angiotensin-generating system. The involvement of this system in pancreatic activity will be dependent on the angiotensin-generating paths present in the pancreas and their precise cellular location. Thus far, renin, angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE), angiotensin II and AT1 and AT2 receptors have been found. These are components of the 'classical' renin-angiotensin system. But there is uncertainty as to their location and site of action. Furthermore, it is not known which, if any, alternative enzymes to renin and ACE are present, which angiotensins in addition to angiotensin II are generated and whether or not there are receptors to angiotensin IV and angiotensin-(1-7). Future research should focus on these aspects in order to provide a mechanistic basis to pancreatic physiological functions and to pathological conditions of clinical relevance.
TYPE OF PUBLICATION: Round Table
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