Effects of Angiotensin on the AT1R (IMAGE)

University of Southern California

Effects of Angiotensin on the AT1R

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This is an illustration of the effects of angiotensin on the AT1R (vasoconstriction, high blood pressure) compared to blocking the receptor (relaxed blood vessel, normal blood pressure).

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Courtesy of Katya Kadyshevskaya / Bridge Institute at USC

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