Angiotensin Converting Enzyme

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RAAS



  • Membrane bound metalloproteinase
  • Converts Agiotensin 1 to Angiotensin 2
  • Very important in the RAAS
  • Predominantly expressed on epithelial cell membranes in the pulmonary ciculation
  • The site of action of the group of drugs - ACE inhibitors