The angiotensin system elements in invertebrates

The angiotensin system elements in invertebrates

In this review, the different components of the renin-angiotensin system (RAS) in invertebrates are discussed. This system is implicated in osmoregulation, reproduction, memory processes and immune system regulation. As the elements of this hormone-enzymatic system also exist in invertebrates, it ap...

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Veröffentlicht in:Brain Research Reviews 2001-08, Vol.36 (1), p.35-45
Hauptverfasser: Salzet, M, Deloffre, L, Breton, C, Vieau, D, Schoofs, Liliane
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:In this review, the different components of the renin-angiotensin system (RAS) in invertebrates are discussed. This system is implicated in osmoregulation, reproduction, memory processes and immune system regulation. As the elements of this hormone-enzymatic system also exist in invertebrates, it appears that the RAS originated very early in evolution. (C) 2001 Elsevier Science B V All rights reserved.
ISSN:0165-0173