ACE

(noun)

Angiotensin converting enzyme, which is secreted in the lungs and helps to increase blood pressure in the body through renal system feedback loops.

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Examples of ACE in the following topics:

  • Nonrespiratory Air Movements

    • ACE (angiotensin converting enzyme) is an enzyme secreted by the endothelial cells of the capillaries in the lungs. 
    • ACE converts angiotensin I into angiotensin II, which are two important hormones in the renin-angiotensin feedback loop of the renal system.
    • ACE inhibitors are a common treatment for those with hypertension, as it will reduce the amount of ACE, which will cause the kidney to excrete more water, which lowers blood volume and blood pressure.
    • The renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system is dependent on ACE from the lungs to regulate blood pressure.
    • ACE activity results in increased blood pressure.
  • Sprain and Strain

    • Compression: Wrap the strained area to reduce swelling with an ACE soft-wrapped bandage.
  • Teratogens

    • Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) inhibitors will cause fetal renal failure and oligohydramnios which lead to pulmonary hypoplasia and limb contracture.
  • Regulation of Water Output

    • Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) in the lungs converts angiotensin I into angiotensin II.
  • Regulation of Water Intake

    • Angiotensin I is converted into angiotensin II by ACE in the lungs, which is a hormone that has many functions.
  • Marfan Syndrome

    • Other medications might be needed to further minimize blood pressure without slowing the heart rate, such as ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor antagonists.
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