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Enzyme Formed In Kidneys Crossword Clue
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RENIN which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
RENIN
Updated: October 10, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "RENIN" which means:
- noun
- • A proteolytic enzyme secreted by the kidneys; catalyzes the formation of angiotensin and thus affects blood pressure
An example sentence would be:
- • "High levels of renin can lead to hypertension."
- • "Blood renin levels are often used as a diagnostic test for certain conditions."
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1 | Cold yeast formed enzyme
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2 | Formed in response to low blood pressure or low volume in the kidneys. | |
3 | Formed in the kidneys | |
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