University:
Western Sydney University
Course:
MEDI 2003 | Clinical Sciences 2
Academic year:

2024
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332

Pages:

1
Author:

Mariam A. A.

Diagram: A complex diagram illustrating the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System (RAAS). The diagram includes various structures, such as the kidneys, blood vessels, and hormones. Arrows indicate the flow of information and the interactions between different components. The diagram is color-coded for better organization. Text: RAAS BP (Blood Pressure) ↓ BP ↓ GFR ↓ NaCl Juxtaglomerular cells Renin Angiotensinogen Angiotensin I ACE (Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme) Angiotensin II Lungs Blood vessels Vasoconstriction ↑ BP Aldosterone Adrenal gland Zona glomerulosa Kidneys DCT (Distal Convoluted Tubule) Na+ reabsorption K+ secretion H2O reabsorption Collecting duct Aquaporins ↑ H2O reabsorption ↑ BV (Blood Volume) ↑ BP ANP (Atrial Natriuretic Peptide) ↓ Renin ↓ Angiotensin II ↓ Aldosterone ↓ Na+ reabsorption ↓ H2O reabsorption ↑ GFR ↓ BP ANP ↓ Renin ↓ Angiotensin II ↓ Aldosterone ↓ Na+ reabsorption ↓ H2O reabsorption ↑ GFR ↓ BP