angiotensin converting enzyme

acronym: ACE
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Enzyme (EC 3.4.15.1) that converts angiotensin I to angiotensin II, causing blood vessels to constrict thus increasing blood pressure.
Note: ACE inhibitors are used clinically to lower blood pressure.
Source:
PAC, 2016, 88, 713. (Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)) on page 723 [Terms] [Paper]
Citation: 'angiotensin converting enzyme' in IUPAC Compendium of Chemical Terminology, 5th ed. International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry; 2025. Online version 5.0.0, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.10398 RIS BibTex EndNote
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