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Angiotensin Aldosterone Lab Report

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To determine if the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone system is the ultimate controlling system in terms of why and how it functions.
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The Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone system is being evaluated to determine if it is the ultimate controlling system. Composed of various components such as the renal, liver, adrenal gland and cardiac system. This system interlinks all its components to carry out its function. To determine the functions of the three hormones; renin, angiotensin and how they perform the role of regulating blood volume and sodium balance
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The Renin-Angiotensin- Aldosterone system functions in the regulation of sodium for optimal balance. It also regulates the volume of fluid such as blood and blood …show more content…

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